December weather forecastElk Garden, WV
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Elk Garden, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C).Temperature
December's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). Elk Garden experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C) during December nights.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Elk Garden is 81%.Rainfall
In Elk Garden, in December, during 13.8 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elk Garden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.1 days and collects up to 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Elk Garden are January through May, October through December. In Elk Garden, in December, snow falls for 9.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow. In Elk Garden, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.5 days and aggregates up to 20.67" (525mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Elk Garden, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Elk Garden, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 40.1°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 (34.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Elk Garden, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Elk Garden, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Elk Garden, WV
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Elk Garden, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.89").
Average rainfall days in December
Elk Garden, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Elk Garden, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 3.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Elk Garden, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elk Garden, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
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 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Elk Garden, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Elk Garden, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Elk Garden, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Elk Garden, WV
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).
