December weather forecastFayetteville, WV
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Fayetteville, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C).Temperature
The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). During December, Fayetteville experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 30°F (-1.1°C).Humidity
In Fayetteville, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.Rainfall
In Fayetteville, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. In Fayetteville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.4 days and collects up to 36.97" (939mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fayetteville, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Fayetteville, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.9 days and aggregates up to 35.28" (896mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fayetteville, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 6min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
