December weather forecast
Coal Fork, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Coal Fork, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Coal Fork's temperature drops to an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Coal Fork, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Coal Fork, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.4 days and collects up to 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Coal Fork, in December, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.1 snowfall days, and 14.65" (372mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Coal Fork, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Coal Fork in December?

In Coal Fork, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Coal Fork?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Coal Fork?

In Coal Fork, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Coal Fork in December?

In Coal Fork, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Coal Fork?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Coal Fork.

How many hours of daylight does Coal Fork have in December?

In Coal Fork, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Coal Fork?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Coal Fork have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Coal Fork is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Coal Fork?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Coal Fork?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Coal Fork, WV

Average temperature in December - Coal Fork, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Coal Fork, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Coal Fork, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Coal Fork, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Coal Fork, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Coal Fork, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Coal Fork, WV

Average snowfall in December - Coal Fork, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
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 - Coal Fork, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Coal Fork, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Coal Fork, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Coal Fork, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Coal Fork, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Coal Fork, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Coal Fork, 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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