December weather forecast
Gip, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gip, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The transition into December subtly indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C) from November's cool 51.1°F (10.6°C). In December, Gip encounters an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Gip is 81%.

Rainfall

In Gip, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gip, West Virginia, there are 195.1 rainfall days, and 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Gip. In Gip, in December, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 6.46" (164mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.6 snowfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, in Gip, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gip are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Gip?

In December, in Gip, the average high-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gip?

In Gip, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gip?

In Gip, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Gip?

In Gip, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gip?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gip, West Virginia.

How many hours of daylight does Gip have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gip?

On the first day of December in Gip, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gip have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gip?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Gip?

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

Average temperature in December - Gip, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gip, WV

Average pressure in December - Gip, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gip, WV

Average wind speed in December - Gip, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

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 (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gip, WV

Average humidity in December - Gip, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gip, WV

Average rainfall in December - Gip, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gip, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Gip, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gip, WV

Average snowfall in December - Gip, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gip, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Gip, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 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
Gip, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gip, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gip, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Gip, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gip, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (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
Gip, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Gip, 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 33).

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Average visibility in December
Gip, WV

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

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

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