December weather forecast
Friendly, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Friendly, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.4°F (5.2°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C). Throughout the month of December, Friendly witnesses an average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Friendly is 83%.

Rainfall

In Friendly, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Friendly, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.6 days and collects up to 25.91" (658mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Friendly. In Friendly, in December, during 10.2 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Friendly, there are 46.7 snowfall days, and 11.38" (289mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Friendly, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Friendly, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. 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

Is December cold in Friendly?

December temperatures in Friendly vary between a high-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and a low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Friendly?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Friendly?

In Friendly, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Friendly?

In Friendly, in December, during 10.2 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Friendly?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Friendly.

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

In Friendly, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Friendly?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Friendly have in December?

In Friendly, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Friendly?

The month with the lowest UV index in Friendly, West Virginia, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Friendly?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Friendly is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Friendly, WV

Average temperature in December - Friendly, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Friendly, WV

Average pressure in December - Friendly, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Friendly, WV

Average wind speed in December - Friendly, 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 (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Friendly, WV

Average humidity in December - Friendly, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Friendly, WV

Average rainfall in December - Friendly, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Friendly, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Friendly, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Friendly, WV

Average snowfall in December - Friendly, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Friendly, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Friendly, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Friendly, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Friendly, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Friendly, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Friendly, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Friendly, WV

Average UV index in December - Friendly, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Friendly, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Friendly, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Friendly, WV

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

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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