December weather forecast
Big Springs, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Big Springs, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43°F (6.1°C) and an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

Big Springs's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). Big Springs anticipates an average minimum temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Big Springs, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 189.9 rainfall days, and 38.19" (970mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Big Springs, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow. In Big Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.3 days and aggregates up to 21.93" (557mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Big Springs.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Big Springs, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
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. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43°F (6.1°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Big Springs, in December, during 13.7 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Big Springs in December?

In Big Springs, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Big Springs, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Big Springs have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Big Springs is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index 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
Big Springs, WV

Average temperature in December - Big Springs, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Big Springs, WV

Average pressure in December - Big Springs, 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
Big Springs, WV

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

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).

Average humidity in December
Big Springs, WV

Average humidity in December - Big Springs, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

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

Average rainfall in December
Big Springs, WV

Average rainfall in December - Big Springs, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Big Springs, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Big Springs, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Big Springs, WV

Average snowfall in December - Big Springs, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Big Springs, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Big Springs, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 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
Big Springs, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Big Springs, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Big Springs, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Big Springs, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Big Springs, WV

Average UV index in December - Big Springs, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Big Springs, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Big Springs, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Big Springs, WV

Average visibility in December - Big Springs, 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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