December weather forecast
Elmira, WV

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

A mild drop in Elmira's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). Throughout December, Elmira witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In Elmira, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Elmira, during the entire year, the rain falls for 195.1 days and collects up to 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elmira are January through May, October through December. In Elmira, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.6 snowfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Elmira is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Elmira?

During December, Elmira experiences an average high-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and a low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elmira?

In December, the average relative humidity in Elmira, West Virginia, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Elmira?

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

How much does it snow in Elmira in December?

In Elmira, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elmira?

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

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

In Elmira, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Elmira?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elmira have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Elmira is 4.1h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Elmira?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Elmira is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Elmira, WV

Average temperature in December - Elmira, 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
Elmira, WV

Average pressure in December - Elmira, 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
Elmira, WV

Average wind speed in December - Elmira, 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
Elmira, WV

Average humidity in December - Elmira, 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
Elmira, WV

Average rainfall in December - Elmira, 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
Elmira, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Elmira, 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
Elmira, WV

Average snowfall in December - Elmira, 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
Elmira, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Elmira, 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
Elmira, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elmira, 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
Elmira, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Elmira, 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
Elmira, WV

Average UV index in December - Elmira, 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
Elmira, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Elmira, 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
Elmira, WV

Average visibility in December - Elmira, 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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