December weather forecastFranklin, WV
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Franklin, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.7°F (5.4°C) and min 28°F (-2.2°C).Temperature
The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). During December, Franklin's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 28°F (-2.2°C).Humidity
February, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.4 rainfall days, and 25.24" (641mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Franklin, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.9 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, 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.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Franklin, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
