December weather forecast
Alpoca, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Alpoca, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a minor alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). In Alpoca, the expected average low-temperature for December is a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Alpoca, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.7 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Alpoca, in December, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.55" (141mm) of snow. In Alpoca, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.3 days and aggregates up to 27.09" (688mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Alpoca.
On the first day of December in Alpoca, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Alpoca in December?

In Alpoca, 43.5°F (6.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Alpoca?

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

How much does it rain in Alpoca in December?

In December, in Alpoca, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Alpoca in December?

In December, in Alpoca, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 5.55" (141mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Alpoca?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Alpoca have in December?

In Alpoca, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Alpoca?

On the first day of December in Alpoca, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Alpoca?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Alpoca, West Virginia, is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Alpoca?

January, February, 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 Alpoca?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Alpoca is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alpoca, WV

Average temperature in December - Alpoca, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Alpoca, WV

Average pressure in December - Alpoca, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Alpoca, WV

Average wind speed in December - Alpoca, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Alpoca, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Alpoca, WV

Average rainfall in December - Alpoca, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Alpoca, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Alpoca, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alpoca, WV

Average snowfall in December - Alpoca, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alpoca, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Alpoca, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alpoca, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alpoca, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alpoca, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Alpoca, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Alpoca, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Alpoca, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Alpoca, 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 36).

Average visibility in December
Alpoca, WV

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

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

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