December weather forecastBrighton, WV
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Brighton, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average high of 43.2°F (6.2°C).Temperature
December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). During December nights, Brighton witnesses a consistent average temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Brighton, West Virginia, is 81%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Brighton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.2 days and collects up to 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Brighton are January through April, November and December. In Brighton, in December, during 7.2 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Brighton, West Virginia, there are 35.5 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Brighton.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Brighton are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Brighton, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Brighton, WV
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Brighton, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Brighton, WV
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Brighton, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 2.44"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").
Average rainfall days in December
Brighton, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Brighton, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 1.38"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Brighton, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Brighton, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Brighton, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Brighton, WV
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Brighton, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Brighton, WV
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
