December weather forecast
Bretz, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bretz, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average high of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). Bretz's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a subzero cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, in Bretz, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bretz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.6 days and collects up to 37.99" (965mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bretz are January through May, October through December. In Bretz, during December, snow falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.74" (222mm) of snow. In Bretz, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.1 days and aggregates up to 43.5" (1105mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Bretz, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bretz are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Bretz?

In Bretz, 39.4°F (4.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Bretz?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in Bretz in December?

In Bretz, West Virginia, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Bretz?

In Bretz, in December, snow falls for 14.6 days, with typically accumulated 8.74" (222mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bretz?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Bretz?

The average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bretz?

On the first day of December in Bretz, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bretz have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Bretz is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bretz?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bretz, West Virginia.

How high is the UV index in December in Bretz?

In Bretz, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bretz, WV

Average temperature in December - Bretz, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Bretz, WV

Average pressure in December - Bretz, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bretz, WV

Average wind speed in December - Bretz, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Bretz, WV

Average humidity in December - Bretz, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Bretz, WV

Average rainfall in December - Bretz, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Bretz, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Bretz, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bretz, WV

Average snowfall in December - Bretz, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bretz, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Bretz, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bretz, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Bretz, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6 days).

Average UV index in December
Bretz, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Bretz, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Bretz, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Bretz, WV

Average visibility in December - Bretz, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September and December (4mi).

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