December weather forecast
Bowen, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Bowen, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, Bowen records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). In the month of December, an average of 32.7°F (0.4°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Bowen, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bowen, there are 176 rainfall days, and 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bowen, West Virginia, are January through April, October through December. In Bowen, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.2 snowfall days, and 14.92" (379mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, in Bowen, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Bowen, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Bowen in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bowen, is 44.4°F (6.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.7°F (0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bowen?

In Bowen, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bowen?

In December, in Bowen, West Virginia, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Bowen in December?

In Bowen, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bowen?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bowen.

How many hours of daylight does Bowen have in December?

In Bowen, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bowen?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bowen, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bowen have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Bowen, West Virginia, is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bowen?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Bowen?

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

Average temperature in December - Bowen, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Bowen, WV

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

Average wind speed in December
Bowen, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Bowen, WV

Average humidity in December - Bowen, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Bowen, WV

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Bowen, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Bowen, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bowen, WV

Average snowfall in December - Bowen, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bowen, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Bowen, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bowen, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bowen, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Bowen, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Bowen, WV

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

Average cloud cover in December
Bowen, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Bowen, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Bowen, WV

Average visibility in December - Bowen, 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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