December weather forecast
Couch, WV

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). In the month of December, the average temperature dips to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Couch, West Virginia, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Couch, in December, during 7.2 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Couch, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
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

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 in Couch. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. 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: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Couch, is 43.2°F (6.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Couch?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Couch, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Couch have in December?

In Couch, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, 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 many hours of sunshine does Couch have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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 snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Couch, WV

Average temperature in December - Couch, 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
Couch, WV

Average pressure in December - Couch, 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
Couch, WV

Average wind speed in December - Couch, 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
Couch, WV

Average humidity in December - Couch, 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
Couch, WV

Average rainfall in December - Couch, 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
Couch, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Couch, 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
Couch, WV

Average snowfall in December - Couch, 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
Couch, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Couch, 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
Couch, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Couch, 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
Couch, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Couch, 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
Couch, WV

Average UV index in December - Couch, 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
Couch, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Couch, 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
Couch, WV

Average visibility in December - Couch, 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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