December weather forecast
Dothan, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Dothan, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor shift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Dothan observes an average nighttime temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Dothan, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. In Dothan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.4 days and collects up to 36.97" (939mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dothan, in December, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.89" (175mm) of snow. In Dothan, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.9 days and aggregates up to 35.28" (896mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dothan?

In Dothan, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dothan, in December, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.89" (175mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

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

In Dothan, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dothan have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dothan, WV

Average temperature in December - Dothan, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Dothan, WV

Average pressure in December - Dothan, 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
Dothan, WV

Average wind speed in December - Dothan, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Dothan, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Dothan, WV

Average rainfall in December - Dothan, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Dothan, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Dothan, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dothan, WV

Average snowfall in December - Dothan, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dothan, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Dothan, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dothan, 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: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dothan, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Dothan, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Dothan, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Dothan, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Dothan, WV

Average visibility in December - Dothan, 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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