December weather forecastElkview, WV
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Elkview, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).Temperature
As December arrives, Elkview's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). The nighttime temperature in Elkview, West Virginia, during December, averages of 32.4°F (0.2°C).Humidity
In Elkview, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
In Elkview, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. In Elkview, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.4 days and collects up to 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Elkview. In Elkview, in December, during 9.2 snowfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of snow is accumulated.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 7:24 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Elkview is 4.1h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Elkview, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Elkview, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Elkview, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in December
Elkview, WV
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Elkview, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 3.11"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in December
Elkview, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).
Average snowfall in December
Elkview, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 4.53"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Elkview, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elkview, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Elkview, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Elkview, WV
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Elkview, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Elkview, 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).
