December weather forecast
Burlington, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Burlington, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and an average low of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) to a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C). Burlington records an average nighttime low of 28°F (-2.2°C) in December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Burlington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166 days and collects up to 27.44" (697mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Burlington, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. In Burlington, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.6 days and aggregates up to 16.97" (431mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Burlington, West Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In Burlington, 40.3°F (4.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 28°F (-2.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Burlington.

What is the average humidity in December in Burlington?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Burlington, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Burlington have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Burlington, WV

Average pressure in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Burlington, WV

Average wind speed in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Burlington, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Burlington, WV

Average rainfall in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Burlington, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Burlington, WV

Average snowfall in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Burlington, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Burlington, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Burlington, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Burlington, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Burlington, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Burlington, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Burlington, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Burlington, WV

Average visibility in December - Burlington, 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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