December weather forecast
Belmont, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Belmont, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In Belmont, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Belmont, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Belmont, there are 177.1 rainfall days, and 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Belmont, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Belmont, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.1 days and aggregates up to 17.99" (457mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Belmont, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, in Belmont, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Belmont, West Virginia. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Belmont during December?

During December, Belmont experiences an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Belmont?

In December, the average relative humidity in Belmont is 82%.

How much does it rain in Belmont in December?

In Belmont, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Belmont in December?

In December, in Belmont, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Belmont?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Belmont have in December?

In December, the average day length in Belmont is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Belmont?

On the first day of December in Belmont, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Belmont?

In Belmont, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Belmont?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Belmont?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Belmont is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Belmont, WV

Average temperature in December - Belmont, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°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 (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°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 (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Belmont, WV

Average pressure in December - Belmont, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
Belmont, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Belmont, WV

Average humidity in December - Belmont, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Belmont, WV

Average rainfall in December - Belmont, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Belmont, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Belmont, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Belmont, WV

Average snowfall in December - Belmont, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Belmont, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Belmont, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Belmont, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Belmont, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Belmont, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Belmont, WV

Average UV index in December - Belmont, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Belmont, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Belmont, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Belmont, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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