December weather forecast
Montgomery, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Montgomery, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

With the commencement of December, Montgomery records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from November's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). Throughout the month of December, Montgomery witnesses an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Montgomery, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.3 days and collects up to 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Montgomery. In Montgomery, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Montgomery, there are 45.1 snowfall days, and 22.2" (564mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:23 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Montgomery is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Montgomery are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Montgomery during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Montgomery, is 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Montgomery?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Montgomery?

In Montgomery, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Montgomery in December?

In Montgomery, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Montgomery?

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 Montgomery?

In Montgomery, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Montgomery?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Montgomery have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Montgomery?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Montgomery, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Montgomery, WV

Average pressure in December - Montgomery, 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
Montgomery, WV

Average wind speed in December - Montgomery, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Montgomery, WV

Average humidity in December - Montgomery, 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
Montgomery, WV

Average rainfall in December - Montgomery, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Montgomery, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Montgomery, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Montgomery, WV

Average snowfall in December - Montgomery, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Montgomery, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Montgomery, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 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
Montgomery, WV

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Montgomery, WV

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Montgomery, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Montgomery, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Montgomery, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Montgomery, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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