December weather forecast
Clifty, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Clifty, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Clifty notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from November's cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). Throughout December, a steady low-temperature average of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is noted.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Clifty, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Clifty, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.2 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Clifty, during December, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow. In Clifty, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.4 days and aggregates up to 21.34" (542mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Clifty.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, in Clifty, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Clifty, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 42.8°F (6°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Clifty, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 3.74" (95mm) 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 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Clifty have in December?

In Clifty, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Clifty, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Clifty, WV

Average pressure in December - Clifty, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Clifty, WV

Average wind speed in December - Clifty, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Clifty, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Clifty, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Clifty, WV

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clifty, WV

Average snowfall in December - Clifty, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Clifty, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clifty, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clifty, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Clifty, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Clifty, WV

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

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Clifty, 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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