December weather forecast
Chapel, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Chapel, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and max 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Chapel, West Virginia, in December, during 14.1 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chapel, there are 195.1 rainfall days, and 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Chapel are January through May, October through December. In Chapel, in December, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 6.46" (164mm) of snow. In Chapel, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 34.25" (870mm) 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 7:23 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Chapel are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Chapel in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Chapel?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Chapel?

In December, in Chapel, West Virginia, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Chapel in December?

In Chapel, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chapel?

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

How many hours of daylight does Chapel have in December?

In Chapel, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Chapel?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chapel, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chapel have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Chapel, West Virginia, is 4.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Chapel?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Chapel, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chapel, WV

Average temperature in December - Chapel, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Chapel, WV

Average pressure in December - Chapel, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Chapel, WV

Average wind speed in December - Chapel, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

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
Chapel, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chapel, WV

Average rainfall in December - Chapel, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Chapel, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Chapel, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Chapel, WV

Average snowfall in December - Chapel, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Chapel, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Chapel, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 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
Chapel, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chapel, 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 1min

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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chapel, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Chapel, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Chapel, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (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
Chapel, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Chapel, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

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
Chapel, WV

Average visibility in December - Chapel, 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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