December weather forecast
Birch River, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Birch River, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and an average high of 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). Birch River in December experiences a low-temperature average of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Birch River is 81%.

Rainfall

In Birch River, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Birch River, there are 195.1 rainfall days, and 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Birch River, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Birch River, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 34.25" (870mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, in Birch River, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Birch River in December?

In December, in Birch River, the average high-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Birch River?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Birch River?

In Birch River, in December, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Birch River in December?

In Birch River, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Birch River?

The month with the shortest days in Birch River is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Birch River?

In December, the average day length in Birch River is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Birch River?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Birch River, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Birch River have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Birch River?

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 intensity in December in Birch River?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Birch River, WV

Average temperature in December - Birch River, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Birch River, WV

Average pressure in December - Birch River, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Birch River, WV

Average wind speed in December - Birch River, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Birch River, WV

Average humidity in December - Birch River, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

Average rainfall in December
Birch River, WV

Average rainfall in December - Birch River, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Birch River, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Birch River, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Birch River, WV

Average snowfall in December - Birch River, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Birch River, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Birch River, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Birch River, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Birch River, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Birch River, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Birch River, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Birch River, WV

Average UV index in December - Birch River, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Birch River, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Birch River, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Birch River, WV

Average visibility in December - Birch River, 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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