December weather forecast
Hensley Heights, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hensley Heights, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45°F (7.2°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). Throughout the month of December, Hensley Heights sees a steady low-temperature average of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Hensley Heights, in December, during 13.7 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hensley Heights, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hensley Heights. In Hensley Heights, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow. In Hensley Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.9 days and aggregates up to 17.48" (444mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Hensley Heights is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February 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 average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Hensley Heights?

Hensley Heights in December has an average high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hensley Heights?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Hensley Heights?

In Hensley Heights, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hensley Heights in December?

In Hensley Heights, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hensley Heights?

The month with the shortest days in Hensley Heights, West Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hensley Heights have in December?

In Hensley Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hensley Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hensley Heights, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hensley Heights?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hensley Heights is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hensley Heights?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hensley Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hensley Heights is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hensley Heights, WV

Average temperature in December - Hensley Heights, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hensley Heights, WV

Average pressure in December - Hensley Heights, 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
Hensley Heights, WV

Average wind speed in December - Hensley Heights, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hensley Heights, WV

Average humidity in December - Hensley Heights, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hensley Heights, WV

Average rainfall in December - Hensley Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hensley Heights, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Hensley Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hensley Heights, WV

Average snowfall in December - Hensley Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hensley Heights, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Hensley Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 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
Hensley Heights, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hensley Heights, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hensley Heights, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Hensley Heights, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hensley Heights, WV

Average UV index in December - Hensley Heights, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hensley Heights, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Hensley Heights, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Hensley Heights, WV

Average visibility in December - Hensley Heights, 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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