December weather forecast
Fayetteville, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Fayetteville, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). During December, Fayetteville experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

In Fayetteville, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Fayetteville, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. In Fayetteville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.4 days and collects up to 36.97" (939mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fayetteville, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Fayetteville, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.9 days and aggregates up to 35.28" (896mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fayetteville, is 42.1°F (5.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Fayetteville, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 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?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average temperature in December - Fayetteville, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average pressure in December - Fayetteville, 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
Fayetteville, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average humidity in December - Fayetteville, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average rainfall in December - Fayetteville, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Fayetteville, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average snowfall in December - Fayetteville, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Fayetteville, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fayetteville, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Fayetteville, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average UV index in December - Fayetteville, 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
Fayetteville, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Fayetteville, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Fayetteville, WV

Average visibility in December - Fayetteville, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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