December weather forecast
Gilboa, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Gilboa, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 30°F (-1.1°C) and max 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

In Gilboa, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Gilboa, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gilboa, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190.3 days and collects up to 36.93" (938mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gilboa are January through May, October through December. In Gilboa, during December, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.72" (196mm) of snow. In Gilboa, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.4 days and aggregates up to 38.62" (981mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Gilboa, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Gilboa, West Virginia, is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Gilboa?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Gilboa, is 41.9°F (5.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gilboa?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gilboa?

In Gilboa, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Gilboa?

In Gilboa, during December, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.72" (196mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gilboa?

The month with the shortest days in Gilboa, West Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Gilboa, West Virginia, is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gilboa?

On the first day of December in Gilboa, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gilboa?

In Gilboa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gilboa?

The months with the lowest UV index in Gilboa, West Virginia, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gilboa?

In Gilboa, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gilboa, WV

Average temperature in December - Gilboa, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gilboa, WV

Average pressure in December - Gilboa, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gilboa, WV

Average wind speed in December - Gilboa, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gilboa, WV

Average humidity in December - Gilboa, 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 June, July, August and November (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gilboa, WV

Average rainfall in December - Gilboa, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gilboa, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Gilboa, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gilboa, WV

Average snowfall in December - Gilboa, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gilboa, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Gilboa, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 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
Gilboa, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gilboa, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gilboa, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Gilboa, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gilboa, WV

Average UV index in December - Gilboa, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gilboa, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Gilboa, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Gilboa, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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