December weather forecast
Brighton, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Brighton, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average high of 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). During December nights, Brighton witnesses a consistent average temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Brighton, West Virginia, is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Brighton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.2 days and collects up to 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Brighton are January through April, November and December. In Brighton, in December, during 7.2 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Brighton, West Virginia, there are 35.5 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Brighton.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Brighton are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. 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: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Brighton in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Brighton, records 43.2°F (6.2°C), while the low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Brighton?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Brighton in December?

In Brighton, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Brighton in December?

In Brighton, during December, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Brighton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Brighton have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Brighton?

On the first day of December in Brighton, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Brighton?

In Brighton, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Brighton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Brighton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Brighton, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Brighton, WV

Average temperature in December - Brighton, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Brighton, WV

Average pressure in December - Brighton, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Brighton, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Brighton, WV

Average humidity in December - Brighton, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Brighton, WV

Average rainfall in December - Brighton, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Brighton, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Brighton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Brighton, WV

Average snowfall in December - Brighton, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Brighton, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Brighton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Brighton, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Brighton, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Brighton, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Brighton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Brighton, WV

Average UV index in December - Brighton, 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
Brighton, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Brighton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

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
Brighton, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, June and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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