December weather forecast
Falling Waters, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Falling Waters, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). In December, the temperature in Falling Waters drops to an average of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Falling Waters, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Falling Waters, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.2 days and collects up to 26.02" (661mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Falling Waters, during December, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Falling Waters, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 12.56" (319mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Falling Waters is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Falling Waters is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Falling Waters, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Falling Waters, during December, snow falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Falling Waters, the average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Falling Waters have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Falling Waters, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Falling Waters, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Falling Waters, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Falling Waters, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Falling Waters, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Falling Waters, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Falling Waters, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Falling Waters, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Falling Waters, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Falling Waters, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Falling Waters, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Falling Waters, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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