December weather forecast
Despard, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Despard, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

Despard in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). In Despard, an average nighttime temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Despard, in December, during 14 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Despard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.3 days and collects up to 36.97" (939mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Despard. In Despard, during December, snow falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.35" (136mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Despard, there are 57.8 snowfall days, and 28.9" (734mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Despard are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Despard in December?

In December, in Despard, the average high-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Despard?

The average relative humidity in December in Despard, West Virginia, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Despard in December?

In Despard, during December, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Despard?

In Despard, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 11.9 days, with typically accumulated 5.35" (136mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Despard?

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

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

The average day length in December in Despard, West Virginia, is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Despard?

On the first day of December in Despard, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Despard have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Despard, West Virginia, is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Despard?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Despard?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Despard, WV

Average temperature in December - Despard, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°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 (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Despard, WV

Average pressure in December - Despard, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Despard, WV

Average wind speed in December - Despard, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Despard, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Despard, WV

Average rainfall in December - Despard, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Despard, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Despard, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Despard, WV

Average snowfall in December - Despard, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Despard, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Despard, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Despard, 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Despard, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Despard, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Despard, WV

Average UV index in December - Despard, 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
Despard, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Despard, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Despard, WV

Average visibility in December - Despard, 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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