December weather forecast
Long Branch, WV

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Long Branch's average high-temperature eases from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Throughout the month of December, Long Branch observes an average nighttime temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

In Long Branch, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in Long Branch, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Long Branch, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.9 days and collects up to 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Long Branch are January through May, October through December. In Long Branch, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow. In Long Branch, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.4 days and aggregates up to 15.91" (404mm) 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 in Long Branch, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Long Branch is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Long Branch. 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 average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. 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 Long Branch in December?

December temperatures in Long Branch, West Virginia, vary between a high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and a low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), 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 Long Branch?

The average relative humidity in December in Long Branch, West Virginia, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Long Branch?

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

How much does it snow in Long Branch in December?

In Long Branch, 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 Long Branch?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Long Branch, West Virginia.

How many hours of daylight does Long Branch have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Long Branch?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Long Branch?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Long Branch?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Long Branch?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Long Branch is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Long Branch, WV

Average temperature in December - Long Branch, 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
Long Branch, WV

Average pressure in December - Long Branch, 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
Long Branch, WV

Average wind speed in December - Long Branch, 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
Long Branch, WV

Average humidity in December - Long Branch, 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
Long Branch, WV

Average rainfall in December - Long Branch, 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
Long Branch, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Long Branch, 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
Long Branch, WV

Average snowfall in December - Long Branch, 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
Long Branch, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Long Branch, 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
Long Branch, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Long Branch, 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
Long Branch, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Long Branch, 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
Long Branch, WV

Average UV index in December - Long Branch, 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
Long Branch, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Long Branch, 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
Long Branch, WV

Average visibility in December - Long Branch, 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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