December weather forecast
Herndon Heights, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Herndon Heights, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Herndon Heights, West Virginia, is 81%.

Rainfall

In Herndon Heights, West Virginia, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Herndon Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.7 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Herndon Heights, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of snow. In Herndon Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.3 days and aggregates up to 27.09" (688mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Herndon Heights.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, in Herndon Heights, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Herndon Heights in December?

In December, in Herndon Heights, the average high-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Herndon Heights?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

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

In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Herndon Heights in December?

In Herndon Heights, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of snow.

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

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Herndon Heights.

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

In Herndon Heights, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Herndon Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Herndon Heights, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Herndon Heights have in December?

In Herndon Heights, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Herndon Heights?

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

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Herndon Heights, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Herndon Heights, WV

Average temperature in December - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°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 (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Herndon Heights, WV

Average pressure in December - Herndon 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 (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Herndon Heights, WV

Average wind speed in December - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Herndon Heights, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Herndon Heights, WV

Average rainfall in December - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Herndon Heights, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Herndon Heights, WV

Average snowfall in December - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Herndon Heights, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 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
Herndon Heights, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Herndon 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Herndon Heights, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Herndon Heights, WV

Average UV index in December - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Herndon Heights, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Herndon 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 36).

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Average visibility in December
Herndon Heights, WV

Average visibility in December - Herndon Heights, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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