December weather forecast
Franklin, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Franklin, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature in Franklin dips to a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C) at night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Franklin are February, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Franklin, during December, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.4 rainfall days, and 25.24" (641mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Franklin. In Franklin, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Franklin, there are 37.9 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, in Franklin, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Franklin is 5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Franklin. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Franklin during December?

In Franklin, in December, the average high-temperature is 41.7°F (5.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Franklin?

The months with the highest humidity in Franklin are February, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Franklin?

In Franklin, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Franklin?

In December, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Franklin?

In Franklin, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Franklin?

The month with the shortest days in Franklin is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Franklin is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Franklin?

On the first day of December in Franklin, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin have in December?

In Franklin, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Franklin?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Franklin?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Franklin, WV

Average temperature in December - Franklin, 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 (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Franklin, WV

Average pressure in December - Franklin, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Franklin, WV

Average wind speed in December - Franklin, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Franklin, WV

Average humidity in December - Franklin, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, September, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Franklin, WV

Average rainfall in December - Franklin, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Franklin, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Franklin, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Franklin, WV

Average snowfall in December - Franklin, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Franklin, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Franklin, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Franklin, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Franklin, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Franklin, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Franklin, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Franklin, WV

Average UV index in December - Franklin, 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
Franklin, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Franklin, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Franklin, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).

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