December weather forecast
Owings, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Owings, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and an average high of 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). The average low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) is witnessed in Owings, West Virginia, during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Owings, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 189.1 rainfall days, and 37.83" (961mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Owings, West Virginia. In Owings, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.9 snowfall days, and 28.82" (732mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Owings, West Virginia. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Owings during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C) respectively. 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 appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Owings?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in Owings in December?

In Owings, West Virginia, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Owings?

In Owings, West Virginia, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 5.51" (140mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Owings?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Owings.

What is the average length of the day in December in Owings?

In December, the average day length in Owings is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Owings?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Owings have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Owings, West Virginia, is 3.9h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Owings?

In Owings, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Owings, WV

Average temperature in December - Owings, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°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 (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Owings, WV

Average pressure in December - Owings, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Owings, WV

Average wind speed in December - Owings, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Owings, WV

Average humidity in December - Owings, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Owings, WV

Average rainfall in December - Owings, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Owings, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Owings, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Owings, WV

Average snowfall in December - Owings, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Owings, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Owings, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 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
Owings, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Owings, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Owings, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Owings, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Owings, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Owings, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Owings, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Owings, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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