December weather forecast
Burlington, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Burlington, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 28°F (-2.2°C) and max 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) in November to an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in Burlington, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Burlington, there are 166 rainfall days, and 27.44" (697mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Burlington are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. In Burlington, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.6 days and aggregates up to 16.97" (431mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, in Burlington, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Burlington, West Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Burlington?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Burlington?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Burlington, West Virginia.

What is the average humidity in December in Burlington?

In December, the average relative humidity in Burlington is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Burlington?

In December, in Burlington, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Burlington in December?

In Burlington, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Burlington?

The month with the shortest days in Burlington, West Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Burlington have in December?

In Burlington, the average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Burlington?

On the first day of December in Burlington, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Burlington have in December?

In Burlington, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Burlington?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Burlington?

In Burlington, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Burlington, WV

Average temperature in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Burlington, WV

Average pressure in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Burlington, WV

Average wind speed in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Burlington, WV

Average humidity in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Burlington, WV

Average rainfall in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
Burlington, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Burlington, WV

Average snowfall in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Burlington, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Burlington, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Burlington, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Burlington, WV

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Burlington, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Burlington, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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