December weather forecast
Purgitsville, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Purgitsville, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Purgitsville observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). Purgitsville records a mean low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) in December.

Humidity

In Purgitsville, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Purgitsville, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Purgitsville, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166 days and collects up to 25.83" (656mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Purgitsville are January through May, October through December. In Purgitsville, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow. In Purgitsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.2 days and aggregates up to 16.5" (419mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Purgitsville is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, in Purgitsville, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Purgitsville, West Virginia.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Purgitsville. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Purgitsville in December?

During December, Purgitsville experiences an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Purgitsville?

In December, the average relative humidity in Purgitsville, West Virginia, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Purgitsville?

In Purgitsville, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Purgitsville?

In December, in Purgitsville, West Virginia, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Purgitsville?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Purgitsville is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Purgitsville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Purgitsville?

The months with the least sunshine in Purgitsville are January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Purgitsville have in December?

In Purgitsville, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Purgitsville?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Purgitsville, WV

Average temperature in December - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Purgitsville, WV

Average pressure in December - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Purgitsville, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Purgitsville, WV

Average humidity in December - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Purgitsville, WV

Average rainfall in December - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Purgitsville, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Purgitsville, WV

Average snowfall in December - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Purgitsville, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 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
Purgitsville, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Purgitsville, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Purgitsville, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Purgitsville, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in December - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Purgitsville, WV

Average visibility in December - Purgitsville, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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