December weather forecast
Mount Olive, WV

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Mount Olive experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). In December, Mount Olive experiences a temperature dip to an average of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Mount Olive, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mount Olive, there are 193.3 rainfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Mount Olive. In Mount Olive, during December, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow. In Mount Olive, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.1 days and aggregates up to 22.2" (564mm) 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, 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 Mount Olive is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Mount Olive during December?

In December, in Mount Olive, the average high-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mount Olive?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Mount Olive?

In Mount Olive, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

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

In Mount Olive, West Virginia, in December, during 8.7 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mount Olive?

December has the shortest days of the year in Mount Olive, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Mount Olive, West Virginia, is 9h and 34min.

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

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 long on average sun shines in December in Mount Olive?

In Mount Olive, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Mount Olive?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Mount Olive?

In Mount Olive, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Mount Olive, WV

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

Average pressure in December - Mount Olive, 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 Olive, WV

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Average visibility in December - Mount Olive, 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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