December weather forecast
Dry Branch, WV

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). During the month of December, an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is recorded.

Humidity

In Dry Branch, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Dry Branch, during December, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 193.3 rainfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dry Branch, in December, during 8.7 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Dry Branch, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.1 days and aggregates up to 22.2" (564mm) 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 December in Dry Branch, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Dry Branch, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dry Branch?

In Dry Branch, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

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

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Dry Branch, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Dry Branch, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dry Branch, WV

Average temperature in December - Dry Branch, 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
Dry Branch, WV

Average pressure in December - Dry Branch, 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
Dry Branch, WV

Average wind speed in December - Dry Branch, 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
Dry Branch, WV

Average humidity in December - Dry Branch, 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
Dry Branch, WV

Average rainfall in December - Dry Branch, 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
Dry Branch, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Dry Branch, 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
Dry Branch, WV

Average snowfall in December - Dry Branch, 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
Dry Branch, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Dry Branch, 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
Dry Branch, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dry Branch, 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 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
Dry Branch, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Dry Branch, 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
Dry Branch, WV

Average UV index in December - Dry Branch, 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
Dry Branch, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Dry Branch, 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
Dry Branch, WV

Average visibility in December - Dry Branch, 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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