December weather forecast
Mount Hope, WV

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Mount Hope, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Mount Hope, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mount Hope, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.4 days and aggregates up to 15.91" (404mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Mount Hope, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Mount Hope, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Mount Hope in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Mount Hope, is 42.8°F (6°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mount Hope?

In December, the average relative humidity in Mount Hope is 82%.

How much does it rain in Mount Hope in December?

In Mount Hope, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Mount Hope?

In Mount Hope, 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 Mount Hope?

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

How many hours of daylight does Mount Hope have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Mount Hope?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Hope have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Mount Hope?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Mount Hope?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Mount Hope, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mount Hope, WV

Average temperature in December - Mount Hope, 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
Mount Hope, WV

Average pressure in December - Mount Hope, 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
Mount Hope, WV

Average wind speed in December - Mount Hope, 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
Mount Hope, WV

Average humidity in December - Mount Hope, 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
Mount Hope, WV

Average rainfall in December - Mount Hope, 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
Mount Hope, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Hope, 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
Mount Hope, WV

Average snowfall in December - Mount Hope, 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
Mount Hope, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Hope, 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
Mount Hope, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Hope, 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
Mount Hope, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Hope, 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
Mount Hope, WV

Average UV index in December - Mount Hope, 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
Mount Hope, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Hope, 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
Mount Hope, WV

Average visibility in December - Mount Hope, 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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