December weather forecast
Catawba, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Catawba, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) to an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C). During December, Catawba sees a mean low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Catawba, West Virginia, is 83%.

Rainfall

In Catawba, West Virginia, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182.4 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Catawba, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Catawba.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, in Catawba, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Catawba is 3.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Catawba are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Catawba?

During December, Catawba experiences an average high-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Catawba?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in Catawba in December?

In Catawba, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Catawba in December?

In December, in Catawba, West Virginia, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Catawba?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Catawba.

How many hours of daylight does Catawba have in December?

The average day length in December in Catawba, West Virginia, is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Catawba?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Catawba have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Catawba is 3.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Catawba?

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

Average temperature in December - Catawba, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Catawba, WV

Average pressure in December - Catawba, 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
Catawba, WV

Average wind speed in December - Catawba, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

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 (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Catawba, WV

Average humidity in December - Catawba, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Catawba, WV

Average rainfall in December - Catawba, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Catawba, WV

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Catawba, WV

Average snowfall in December - Catawba, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Catawba, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Catawba, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Catawba, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Catawba, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Catawba, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Catawba, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Catawba, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Catawba, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Catawba, WV

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

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

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