December weather forecast
Bridgeport, WV

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Weather in December

As winter begins in earnest in Bridgeport, December's weather turns chillier, with average high temperatures reaching about 41.7°F (5.4°C) and lows dropping to nearly 29.8°F (-1.2°C). The city slips into the holiday spirit as a blanket of snow often covers the landscape. December does indeed feel like a winter wonderland in Bridgeport with the cold weather making it a perfect time for winter sports and enjoying the holiday season around the warm comfort of a fireplace. The year ends as it began, in the embrace of chilly frost-covered days and icy cold nights.

Temperature

Bridgeport experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). During December, the temperature in Bridgeport tends to dip to an average of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Bridgeport, during December, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bridgeport, West Virginia, there are 189.1 rainfall days, and 37.83" (961mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Bridgeport. In Bridgeport, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 5.51" (140mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.9 snowfall days, and 28.82" (732mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Bridgeport, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, in Bridgeport, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Bridgeport is 3.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Bridgeport during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Bridgeport, is 41.7°F (5.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bridgeport?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bridgeport?

In Bridgeport, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Bridgeport?

In Bridgeport, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bridgeport?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Bridgeport have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bridgeport?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bridgeport?

In Bridgeport, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bridgeport?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Bridgeport?

In Bridgeport, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bridgeport, WV

Average temperature in December - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bridgeport, WV

Average pressure in December - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Bridgeport, WV

Average wind speed in December - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bridgeport, WV

Average humidity in December - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bridgeport, WV

Average rainfall in December - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bridgeport, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bridgeport, WV

Average snowfall in December - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bridgeport, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bridgeport, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bridgeport, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bridgeport, WV

Average UV index in December - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Bridgeport, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Bridgeport, WV

Average visibility in December - Bridgeport, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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