December weather forecast
Switzer, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Switzer, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 45°F (7.2°C) and min 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). The nighttime temperature, during December, averages of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

In Switzer, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Switzer, in December, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Switzer, West Virginia, are January through May, October through December. In December, in Switzer, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated. In Switzer, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.9 days and aggregates up to 17.48" (444mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Switzer, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Switzer 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Switzer in December?

In December, in Switzer, the average high-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Switzer?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Switzer in December?

In Switzer, in December, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Switzer in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Switzer?

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

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

In Switzer, the average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Switzer?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Switzer, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Switzer have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Switzer is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Switzer?

January, February 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 Switzer?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Switzer is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Switzer, WV

Average temperature in December - Switzer, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Switzer, WV

Average pressure in December - Switzer, 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
Switzer, WV

Average wind speed in December - Switzer, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Switzer, WV

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Switzer, WV

Average rainfall in December - Switzer, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Switzer, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Switzer, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Switzer, WV

Average snowfall in December - Switzer, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Switzer, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Switzer, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 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
Switzer, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Switzer, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Switzer, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Switzer, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Switzer, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Switzer, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Switzer, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Switzer, WV

Average visibility in December - Switzer, 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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