December weather forecast
Dudley Gap, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Dudley Gap, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). An average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Dudley Gap, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.3 rainfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Dudley Gap, in December, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 3.46" (88mm) of snow. In Dudley Gap, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.5 days and aggregates up to 16.89" (429mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Dudley Gap, West Virginia, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Dudley Gap, during December, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Dudley Gap have in December?

The average day length in December in Dudley Gap is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dudley Gap have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Dudley Gap, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dudley Gap, WV

Average temperature in December - Dudley Gap, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Dudley Gap, WV

Average pressure in December - Dudley Gap, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dudley Gap, WV

Average wind speed in December - Dudley Gap, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Dudley Gap, WV

Average humidity in December - Dudley Gap, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Dudley Gap, WV

Average rainfall in December - Dudley Gap, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Dudley Gap, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Dudley Gap, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dudley Gap, WV

Average snowfall in December - Dudley Gap, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dudley Gap, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Dudley Gap, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dudley Gap, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dudley Gap, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dudley Gap, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Dudley Gap, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Dudley Gap, WV

Average UV index in December - Dudley Gap, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Dudley Gap, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Dudley Gap, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Dudley Gap, WV

Average visibility in December - Dudley Gap, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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