December weather forecast
Ottawa, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Ottawa, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.1°F (6.7°C) and min 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

Ottawa's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). December sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Ottawa, West Virginia, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ottawa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.9 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Ottawa, West Virginia. In Ottawa, in December, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.82" (97mm) of snow. In Ottawa, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.7 days and aggregates up to 19.45" (494mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ottawa, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Ottawa in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ottawa are 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ottawa?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Ottawa?

In Ottawa, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ottawa?

In Ottawa, in December, during 7.9 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ottawa?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ottawa.

How many hours of daylight does Ottawa have in December?

In Ottawa, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ottawa?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ottawa, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ottawa?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Ottawa, West Virginia, is 4.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ottawa?

In Ottawa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ottawa, WV

Average temperature in December - Ottawa, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ottawa, WV

Average pressure in December - Ottawa, 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
Ottawa, WV

Average wind speed in December - Ottawa, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ottawa, WV

Average humidity in December - Ottawa, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ottawa, WV

Average rainfall in December - Ottawa, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ottawa, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Ottawa, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ottawa, WV

Average snowfall in December - Ottawa, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ottawa, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Ottawa, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Ottawa, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ottawa, 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 1min

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
Ottawa, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Ottawa, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ottawa, WV

Average UV index in December - Ottawa, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ottawa, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Ottawa, 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 33).

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Average visibility in December
Ottawa, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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