December weather forecast
Helvetia, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Helvetia, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C). Helvetia reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in Helvetia, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 187.8 rainfall days, and 38.07" (967mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Helvetia are January through May, October through December. In Helvetia, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.97" (177mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Helvetia, there are 62.1 snowfall days, and 37.83" (961mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Helvetia, West Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Helvetia are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Helvetia?

In Helvetia, 41.7°F (5.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Helvetia?

The average relative humidity in December in Helvetia is 82%.

How much does it rain in Helvetia in December?

In Helvetia, West Virginia, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Helvetia in December?

In Helvetia, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.97" (177mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Helvetia?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Helvetia have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Helvetia?

On the first day of December in Helvetia, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Helvetia have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Helvetia, West Virginia, is 3.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Helvetia?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Helvetia is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Helvetia, WV

Average temperature in December - Helvetia, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Helvetia, WV

Average pressure in December - Helvetia, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Helvetia, WV

Average wind speed in December - Helvetia, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Helvetia, WV

Average humidity in December - Helvetia, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Helvetia, WV

Average rainfall in December - Helvetia, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Helvetia, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Helvetia, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Helvetia, WV

Average snowfall in December - Helvetia, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Helvetia, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Helvetia, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 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
Helvetia, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Helvetia, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

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 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Helvetia, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Helvetia, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Helvetia, WV

Average UV index in December - Helvetia, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Helvetia, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Helvetia, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Helvetia, WV

Average visibility in December - Helvetia, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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