December weather forecast
Craigsville, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Craigsville, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C) in November to an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C). In Craigsville, the average temperature during the nights of December drops to a freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Craigsville is 83%.

Rainfall

In Craigsville, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Craigsville, there are 197.5 rainfall days, and 41.61" (1057mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Craigsville. In Craigsville, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 7.64" (194mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Craigsville, there are 59.4 snowfall days, and 37.4" (950mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Craigsville.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Craigsville in December?

Craigsville in December has an average high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Craigsville?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Craigsville in December?

In Craigsville, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Craigsville?

In Craigsville, in December, during 11.4 snowfall days, 7.64" (194mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Craigsville?

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

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

The average day length in December in Craigsville, West Virginia, is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Craigsville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Craigsville, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Craigsville have in December?

In Craigsville, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Craigsville?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Craigsville, WV

Average temperature in December - Craigsville, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Craigsville, WV

Average pressure in December - Craigsville, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Craigsville, WV

Average wind speed in December - Craigsville, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Craigsville, WV

Average humidity in December - Craigsville, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Craigsville, WV

Average rainfall in December - Craigsville, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Craigsville, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Craigsville, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Craigsville, WV

Average snowfall in December - Craigsville, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Craigsville, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Craigsville, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 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
Craigsville, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Craigsville, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Craigsville, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Craigsville, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (5.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Craigsville, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Craigsville, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Craigsville, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Craigsville, WV

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

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

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