December weather forecast
Helens Run, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Helens Run, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). Helens Run's average low-temperature in the month of December is recorded at a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in Helens Run, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Helens Run, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.6 days and collects up to 39.17" (995mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Helens Run are January through May, October through December. In Helens Run, in December, during 10.7 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Helens Run, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.1 days and aggregates up to 24.21" (615mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Helens Run, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Helens Run. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Helens Run in December?

During December, Helens Run experiences an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Helens Run?

The average relative humidity in December in Helens Run, West Virginia, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Helens Run in December?

In Helens Run, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Helens Run in December?

In Helens Run, in December, snow falls for 10.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Helens Run?

December has the shortest days of the year in Helens Run, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Helens Run have in December?

The average day length in December in Helens Run is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Helens Run?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Helens Run, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Helens Run have in December?

In Helens Run, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Helens Run?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Helens Run?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Helens Run, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Helens Run, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Helens Run, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Helens Run, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

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 (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Helens Run, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Helens Run, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Helens Run, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Helens Run, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Helens Run, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Helens Run, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Helens Run, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Helens Run, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May and July (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
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Average cloud cover in December - Helens Run, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Helens Run, 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).

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