December weather forecast
Dorfee, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Dorfee, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.5°F (6.4°C) and min 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). In December, Dorfee experiences an average nighttime temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Dorfee, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dorfee, there are 193.3 rainfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dorfee are January through May, October through December. In Dorfee, in December, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow. In Dorfee, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.1 days and aggregates up to 22.2" (564mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dorfee. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Dorfee in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Dorfee, is 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dorfee?

The average relative humidity in December in Dorfee, West Virginia, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Dorfee?

In Dorfee, West Virginia, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dorfee in December?

In Dorfee, in December, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dorfee?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dorfee have in December?

In Dorfee, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Dorfee?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dorfee?

The average sunshine duration in December in Dorfee, West Virginia, is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dorfee?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Dorfee?

In Dorfee, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dorfee, WV

Average temperature in December - Dorfee, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Dorfee, WV

Average pressure in December - Dorfee, 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
Dorfee, WV

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

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

Average humidity in December
Dorfee, WV

Average humidity in December - Dorfee, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Dorfee, WV

Average rainfall in December - Dorfee, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Dorfee, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Dorfee, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dorfee, WV

Average snowfall in December - Dorfee, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dorfee, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Dorfee, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dorfee, 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 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dorfee, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Dorfee, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Dorfee, WV

Average UV index in December - Dorfee, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Dorfee, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Dorfee, 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 34).

Average visibility in December
Dorfee, WV

Average visibility in December - Dorfee, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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