December weather forecast
Elbert, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Elbert, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving subtly from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Elbert is 81%.

Rainfall

In Elbert, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elbert, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.5 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elbert. December is the month with the most snowfall in Elbert. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Elbert is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Elbert, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Elbert, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. 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

Is December cold in Elbert?

The high-temperature, in December, in Elbert, is 44.4°F (6.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elbert?

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

How much does it rain in Elbert in December?

In December, in Elbert, West Virginia, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Elbert?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Elbert?

In Elbert, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elbert?

December has the shortest days of the year in Elbert, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

In Elbert, the average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Elbert?

On the first day of December in Elbert, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elbert?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Elbert is 4.7h.

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

January, February 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 Elbert?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Elbert 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
Elbert, WV

Average temperature in December - Elbert, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elbert, WV

Average pressure in December - Elbert, 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 (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Elbert, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elbert, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elbert, WV

Average rainfall in December - Elbert, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elbert, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Elbert, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elbert, WV

Average snowfall in December - Elbert, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elbert, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Elbert, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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
Elbert, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elbert, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elbert, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Elbert, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elbert, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Elbert, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Elbert, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Elbert, WV

Average visibility in December - Elbert, 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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