December weather forecastFrancis, WV
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Francis, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).Temperature
Francis in December experiences a gentle temperature dip, with average high-temperatures reducing from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a freezing cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C).Humidity
In Francis, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.Rainfall
In Francis, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Francis, West Virginia, there are 189.1 rainfall days, and 37.83" (961mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Francis. In December, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 5.51" (140mm) of snow is accumulated. In Francis, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.9 days and aggregates up to 28.82" (732mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Francis, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Francis are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Francis, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Francis, WV
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Francis, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph
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).
Average humidity in December
Francis, WV
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Francis, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.2").
Average rainfall days in December
Francis, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Francis, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 5.51"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Francis, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Francis, 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: 3h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Francis, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Francis, WV
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Francis, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Francis, WV
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
