December weather forecast
Layland, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Layland, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

December reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). During December, Layland's temperature averages to a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Layland, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Layland, in December, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.4 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Layland, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Layland is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Layland are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Layland?

In December, in Layland, the average high-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Layland?

In Layland, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Layland?

In Layland, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Layland in December?

In Layland, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Layland?

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

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Layland?

On the first day of December in Layland, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Layland?

In Layland, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Layland?

The months with the lowest UV index in Layland are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Layland?

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

Average temperature in December - Layland, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°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 (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Layland, WV

Average pressure in December - Layland, 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
Layland, WV

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

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

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Average humidity in December
Layland, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Layland, WV

Average rainfall in December - Layland, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Layland, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Layland, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Layland, WV

Average snowfall in December - Layland, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Layland, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Layland, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 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
Layland, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Layland, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Layland, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Layland, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Layland, WV

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Layland, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Layland, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Layland, WV

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

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

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