December weather forecast
Fort Ashby, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fort Ashby, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is observed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Fort Ashby is 80%.

Rainfall

In Fort Ashby, in December, during 13.7 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fort Ashby, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168 days and collects up to 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Fort Ashby, in December, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 13.19" (335mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fort Ashby, West Virginia.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Fort Ashby, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Fort Ashby?

During December, Fort Ashby experiences an average high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fort Ashby?

In Fort Ashby, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fort Ashby?

In Fort Ashby, in December, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Fort Ashby?

In Fort Ashby, in December, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fort Ashby?

December has the shortest days of the year in Fort Ashby, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Fort Ashby?

The average day length in December in Fort Ashby is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fort Ashby?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Ashby, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fort Ashby?

In Fort Ashby, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Fort Ashby?

The months with the lowest UV index in Fort Ashby, 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 Fort Ashby?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Fort Ashby is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fort Ashby, WV

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).

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Average pressure in December
Fort Ashby, WV

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Fort Ashby, WV

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).

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Average humidity in December
Fort Ashby, WV

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fort Ashby, WV

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fort Ashby, WV

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Fort Ashby, WV

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fort Ashby, WV

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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort Ashby, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Ashby, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fort Ashby, WV

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).

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Average UV index in December
Fort Ashby, WV

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Fort Ashby, WV

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).

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Average visibility in December
Fort Ashby, WV

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).

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