December weather forecast
Bright, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Bright, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). During December, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Bright is 81%.

Rainfall

In Bright, during December, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 186.1 rainfall days, and 36.3" (922mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Bright. In Bright, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow. In Bright, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.8 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, in Bright, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Bright, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bright. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Bright in December?

In Bright, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bright?

In Bright, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Bright in December?

In Bright, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Bright in December?

In Bright, West Virginia, in December, during 10.1 snowfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bright?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Bright?

In December, the average day length in Bright is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bright?

On the first day of December in Bright, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bright?

In Bright, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bright?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Bright?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bright, WV

Average temperature in December - Bright, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bright, WV

Average pressure in December - Bright, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Bright, WV

Average wind speed in December - Bright, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bright, WV

Average humidity in December - Bright, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bright, WV

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bright, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Bright, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bright, WV

Average snowfall in December - Bright, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bright, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Bright, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 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
Bright, WV

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bright, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Bright, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bright, WV

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Bright, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Bright, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Bright, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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