December weather forecast
Porterwood, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Porterwood, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

December reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a wintry 39.2°F (4°C). In the month of December, Porterwood records a consistent average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In Porterwood, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Porterwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 194.8 days and collects up to 37.2" (945mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Porterwood, in December, during 12.8 snowfall days, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Porterwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.8 days and aggregates up to 38.74" (984mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Porterwood, West Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Porterwood in December?

In Porterwood, in December, the average high-temperature is 39.2°F (4°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Porterwood?

In Porterwood, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Porterwood?

In Porterwood, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Porterwood in December?

In Porterwood, West Virginia, in December, during 12.8 snowfall days, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Porterwood?

December has the shortest days of the year in Porterwood, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Porterwood have in December?

The average day length in December in Porterwood, West Virginia, is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Porterwood?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Porterwood?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Porterwood?

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

Average temperature in December - Porterwood, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Porterwood, WV

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Porterwood, WV

Average wind speed in December - Porterwood, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Porterwood, WV

Average humidity in December - Porterwood, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Porterwood, WV

Average rainfall in December - Porterwood, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in December
Porterwood, WV

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Porterwood, WV

Average snowfall in December - Porterwood, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Porterwood, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Porterwood, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 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
Porterwood, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Porterwood, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Porterwood, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Porterwood, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Porterwood, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
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
Porterwood, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Porterwood, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in December
Porterwood, WV

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

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

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