Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). During December, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) at night.Humidity
In West Columbia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Columbia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.1 days and collects up to 33.03" (839mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in West Columbia, West Virginia. In West Columbia, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In West Columbia, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 13.62" (346mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in West Columbia, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December in West Columbia, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December 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 West Columbia. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
How cold does it get in West Columbia in December?
What is the average humidity in December in West Columbia?
How much does it rain in West Columbia in December?
How many days does it snow in December in West Columbia?
What is the month with the shortest days in West Columbia?
What is the average length of the day in December in West Columbia?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in West Columbia?
How many hours of sunshine does West Columbia have in December?
When is the lowest UV index in West Columbia?
What is the UV index reading in December in West Columbia?
Average temperature in December
West Columbia, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 43°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).
Average pressure in December
West Columbia, WV
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"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).
Average wind speed in December
West Columbia, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in December
West Columbia, WV
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).
Average rainfall in December
West Columbia, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in December
West Columbia, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
West Columbia, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 2.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
West Columbia, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Columbia, 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: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
West Columbia, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.1 days).
Average UV index in December
West Columbia, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
West Columbia, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
West Columbia, 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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