December weather forecast
Hansford, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hansford, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is observed.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Hansford, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hansford, there are 193.3 rainfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hansford, in December, during 8.7 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hansford, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.1 days and aggregates up to 22.2" (564mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hansford, West Virginia.
On the first day of December in Hansford, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hansford in December?

In Hansford, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hansford?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Hansford?

In December, in Hansford, West Virginia, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Hansford?

In Hansford, in December, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hansford?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hansford, West Virginia.

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

The average day length in December in Hansford is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hansford?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hansford?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hansford?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hansford?

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

Average temperature in December - Hansford, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Hansford, WV

Average pressure in December - Hansford, 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
Hansford, WV

Average wind speed in December - Hansford, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Hansford, WV

Average humidity in December - Hansford, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hansford, WV

Average rainfall in December - Hansford, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hansford, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Hansford, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Hansford, WV

Average snowfall in December - Hansford, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hansford, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Hansford, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hansford, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hansford, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Hansford, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Hansford, WV

Average UV index in December - Hansford, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hansford, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Hansford, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Hansford, WV

Average visibility in December - Hansford, 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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