December weather forecast
Gilkerson, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gilkerson, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). An average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Gilkerson, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176 rainfall days, and 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gilkerson, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.2 snowfall days, and 14.92" (379mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Gilkerson, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gilkerson are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Gilkerson during December?

In Gilkerson, 44.4°F (6.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.7°F (0.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gilkerson?

In Gilkerson, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Gilkerson in December?

In Gilkerson, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Gilkerson?

In Gilkerson, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gilkerson?

December has the shortest days of the year in Gilkerson, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

In Gilkerson, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gilkerson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gilkerson, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gilkerson?

The average sunshine duration in December in Gilkerson, West Virginia, is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Gilkerson?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gilkerson?

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

Average temperature in December - Gilkerson, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gilkerson, WV

Average pressure in December - Gilkerson, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gilkerson, WV

Average wind speed in December - Gilkerson, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gilkerson, WV

Average humidity in December - Gilkerson, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gilkerson, WV

Average rainfall in December - Gilkerson, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gilkerson, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Gilkerson, 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 November (10.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gilkerson, WV

Average snowfall in December - Gilkerson, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gilkerson, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Gilkerson, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
Gilkerson, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gilkerson, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gilkerson, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Gilkerson, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gilkerson, WV

Average UV index in December - Gilkerson, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gilkerson, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Gilkerson, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Gilkerson, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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