Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). Handley, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).Humidity
In Handley, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
In Handley, during December, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. In Handley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.3 days and collects up to 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated. In Handley, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.1 days and aggregates up to 22.2" (564mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, in Handley, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Handley is 4.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
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How many hours of daylight does Handley have in December?
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Average temperature in December
Handley, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Handley, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Handley, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Handley, WV
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Handley, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 3.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in December
Handley, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Handley, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 4.17"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Handley, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Handley, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Handley, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Handley, WV
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Handley, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in December
Handley, 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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