December weather forecast
Dent, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Dent, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). Dent temperatures generally rest at a low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Dent, in December, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dent, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.5 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dent. In December, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 4.96" (126mm) of snow is accumulated. In Dent, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 31.26" (794mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dent.
On the first day of December in Dent, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Dent, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
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. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Dent during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dent are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dent?

In Dent, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Dent?

In December, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Dent?

In Dent, in December, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.96" (126mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dent?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Dent?

The average day length in December in Dent is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dent?

On the first day of December in Dent, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dent have in December?

In Dent, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dent?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Dent?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Dent, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Dent, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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

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

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Dent, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Dent, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.96"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.87").
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 - Dent, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dent, 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: 3h and 5min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Dent, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Dent, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Dent, 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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