December weather forecastFort Ashby, WV
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Fort Ashby, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).Temperature
The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).Humidity
In Fort Ashby, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Ashby, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168 days and collects up to 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fort Ashby, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Fort Ashby, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 13.19" (335mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Fort Ashby, West Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Fort Ashby, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Fort Ashby, 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
Fort Ashby, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Fort Ashby, WV
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Fort Ashby, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.46").
Average rainfall days in December
Fort Ashby, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Fort Ashby, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 1.81"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Fort Ashby, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort Ashby, 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 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Fort Ashby, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Fort Ashby, 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
Fort Ashby, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Fort Ashby, 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).
