December weather forecast
Hawks Nest, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Hawks Nest, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in Hawks Nest's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is recorded during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Hawks Nest is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hawks Nest, there are 176.2 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hawks Nest are January through May, October through December. In December, in Hawks Nest, West Virginia, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.4 snowfall days, and 21.34" (542mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:22 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, in Hawks Nest, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Hawks Nest is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hawks Nest are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Hawks Nest?

During December, Hawks Nest experiences an average high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and a low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hawks Nest?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hawks Nest is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hawks Nest?

In Hawks Nest, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hawks Nest?

In Hawks Nest, West Virginia, in December, during 9.7 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hawks Nest?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hawks Nest have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hawks Nest?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hawks Nest have in December?

In Hawks Nest, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hawks Nest?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Hawks Nest?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hawks Nest is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hawks Nest, WV

Average temperature in December - Hawks Nest, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°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 (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hawks Nest, WV

Average pressure in December - Hawks Nest, 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
Hawks Nest, WV

Average wind speed in December - Hawks Nest, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hawks Nest, WV

Average humidity in December - Hawks Nest, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hawks Nest, WV

Average rainfall in December - Hawks Nest, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hawks Nest, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Hawks Nest, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hawks Nest, WV

Average snowfall in December - Hawks Nest, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hawks Nest, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Hawks Nest, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 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
Hawks Nest, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hawks Nest, 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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hawks Nest, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Hawks Nest, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hawks Nest, WV

Average UV index in December - Hawks Nest, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hawks Nest, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Hawks Nest, 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 35).

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Average visibility in December
Hawks Nest, WV

Average visibility in December - Hawks Nest, 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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