December weather forecast
Josephine, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Josephine, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.2°F (-1°C) and max 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). In Josephine, December nights cool down to an average of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Josephine is 81%.

Rainfall

In Josephine, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Josephine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.4 days and collects up to 35.39" (899mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Josephine, West Virginia, are January through May, October through December. In Josephine, during December, snow falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.95" (202mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 63.4 snowfall days, and 40.04" (1017mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Josephine.
On the first day of December in Josephine, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Josephine, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Josephine. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Josephine?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Josephine, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Josephine?

In December, the average relative humidity in Josephine is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Josephine?

In Josephine, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Josephine?

In December, it is snowing for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 7.95" (202mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Josephine?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Josephine?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Josephine?

On the first day of December in Josephine, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Josephine?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Josephine?

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

Average temperature in December - Josephine, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Josephine, WV

Average pressure in December - Josephine, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Josephine, WV

Average wind speed in December - Josephine, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Josephine, WV

Average humidity in December - Josephine, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Josephine, WV

Average rainfall in December - Josephine, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Josephine, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Josephine, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Josephine, WV

Average snowfall in December - Josephine, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Josephine, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Josephine, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Josephine, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Josephine, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Josephine, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Josephine, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Josephine, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Josephine, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Josephine, 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 37).

Average visibility in December
Josephine, WV

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

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

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