December weather forecast
Dutch, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Dutch, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). Dutch observes an average nighttime temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dutch, in December, during 14.1 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dutch, during the entire year, the rain falls for 195.1 days and collects up to 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dutch, in December, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 6.46" (164mm) of snow. In Dutch, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 34.25" (870mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Dutch, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November 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 rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

Dutch in December has an average high-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Dutch, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Dutch, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dutch have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines 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, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Dutch?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dutch, WV

Average temperature in December - Dutch, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Dutch, WV

Average pressure in December - Dutch, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Dutch, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Dutch, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Dutch, WV

Average rainfall in December - Dutch, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Dutch, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dutch, WV

Average snowfall in December - Dutch, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Dutch, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dutch, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dutch, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Dutch, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Dutch, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Dutch, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Dutch, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Dutch, WV

Average visibility in December - Dutch, 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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