December weather forecast
Fairlea, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fairlea, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). Fairlea witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) throughout December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Fairlea, in December, during 12.8 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fairlea, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.8 days and collects up to 33.31" (846mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fairlea, during December, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow. In Fairlea, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 24.8" (630mm) 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 7:19 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Fairlea, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

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 rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fairlea, records 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Fairlea?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Fairlea, during December, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 4.61" (117mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Fairlea, the average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairlea have in December?

In Fairlea, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fairlea?

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

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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fairlea, WV

Average temperature in December - Fairlea, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Fairlea, WV

Average pressure in December - Fairlea, 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
Fairlea, WV

Average wind speed in December - Fairlea, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Fairlea, WV

Average humidity in December - Fairlea, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Fairlea, WV

Average rainfall in December - Fairlea, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Fairlea, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Fairlea, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fairlea, WV

Average snowfall in December - Fairlea, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fairlea, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Fairlea, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fairlea, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fairlea, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Fairlea, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7 days).

Average UV index in December
Fairlea, WV

Average UV index in December - Fairlea, 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
Fairlea, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
Fairlea, WV

Average visibility in December - Fairlea, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, July and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, August, September, October and December (4mi).

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