December weather forecast
Fayetteville, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fayetteville, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, Fayetteville records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). In the month of December, Fayetteville's average low-temperature falls to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Fayetteville, in December, during 12.3 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fayetteville, there are 183.4 rainfall days, and 36.97" (939mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fayetteville, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.89" (175mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Fayetteville, West Virginia, there are 54.9 snowfall days, and 35.28" (896mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Fayetteville, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Fayetteville, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Fayetteville, West Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fayetteville are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Fayetteville during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fayetteville are 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fayetteville?

The average relative humidity in December in Fayetteville, West Virginia, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fayetteville?

In Fayetteville, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Fayetteville?

In Fayetteville, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.89" (175mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fayetteville?

The month with the shortest days in Fayetteville, West Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Fayetteville is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fayetteville?

On the first day of December in Fayetteville, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fayetteville?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Fayetteville, West Virginia, is 4.1h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Fayetteville, West Virginia, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Fayetteville?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Fayetteville, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average temperature in December - Fayetteville, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average pressure in December - Fayetteville, 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
Fayetteville, WV

Average wind speed in December - Fayetteville, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average humidity in December - Fayetteville, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average rainfall in December - Fayetteville, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Fayetteville, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average snowfall in December - Fayetteville, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Fayetteville, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 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
Fayetteville, WV

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Fayetteville, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average UV index in December - Fayetteville, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Fayetteville, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Fayetteville, WV

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

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

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