December weather forecast
Washington Heights, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Washington Heights, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Washington Heights's average low-temperature is measured at a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Washington Heights is 81%.

Rainfall

In Washington Heights, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 183.9 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Washington Heights, West Virginia, are January through April, October through December. In Washington Heights, in December, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.82" (97mm) of snow. In Washington Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.7 days and aggregates up to 19.45" (494mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Washington Heights, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Washington Heights are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Washington Heights during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Washington Heights, is 44.1°F (6.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Washington Heights?

The average relative humidity in December in Washington Heights, West Virginia, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Washington Heights?

In Washington Heights, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Washington Heights?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Washington Heights?

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

How many hours of daylight does Washington Heights have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Washington Heights?

On the first day of December in Washington Heights, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Washington Heights?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Washington Heights?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Washington Heights, West Virginia.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Washington Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Washington Heights, WV

Average temperature in December - Washington Heights, 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
Washington Heights, WV

Average pressure in December - Washington Heights, 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
Washington Heights, WV

Average wind speed in December - Washington Heights, 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
Washington Heights, WV

Average humidity in December - Washington Heights, 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
Washington Heights, WV

Average rainfall in December - Washington Heights, 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
Washington Heights, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Washington Heights, 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
Washington Heights, WV

Average snowfall in December - Washington Heights, 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
Washington Heights, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Washington Heights, 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
Washington Heights, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Washington Heights, 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
Washington Heights, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Washington Heights, 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
Washington Heights, WV

Average UV index in December - Washington Heights, 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
Washington Heights, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Washington Heights, 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
Washington Heights, WV

Average visibility in December - Washington Heights, 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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