December weather forecastHartzel, WV
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Hartzel, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.1°F (5.6°C) and min 30.6°F (-0.8°C).Temperature
With the arrival of December, Hartzel experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Hartzel is 82%.Rainfall
In Hartzel, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hartzel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.8 days and collects up to 38.7" (983mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Hartzel, it is snowing for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 5.43" (138mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.9 snowfall days, and 29.41" (747mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, in Hartzel, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Hartzel is 3.7h.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Hartzel, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 42.1°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 (36.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23°F).
Average pressure in December
Hartzel, WV
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Hartzel, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in December
Hartzel, WV
- Average humidity in December: 82%
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%).
Average rainfall in December
Hartzel, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").
Average rainfall days in December
Hartzel, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hartzel, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 5.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hartzel, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hartzel, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hartzel, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Hartzel, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Hartzel, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Hartzel, 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).
