December weather forecast
Flatwoods, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Flatwoods, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.3°F (5.7°C) and min 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). Flatwoods reports an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Flatwoods, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 195.1 rainfall days, and 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Flatwoods.
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 5:11 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 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 this advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Flatwoods in December?

December temperatures in Flatwoods vary between a high-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and a low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Flatwoods?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Flatwoods in December?

In December, in Flatwoods, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Flatwoods in December?

In Flatwoods, West Virginia, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Flatwoods?

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

How many hours of daylight does Flatwoods have in December?

The average day length in December in Flatwoods, West Virginia, is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Flatwoods?

On the first day of December in Flatwoods, West Virginia, 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 5:11 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Flatwoods?

In Flatwoods, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Flatwoods?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Flatwoods?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Flatwoods, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Flatwoods, WV

Average temperature in December - Flatwoods, 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
Flatwoods, WV

Average pressure in December - Flatwoods, 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
Flatwoods, WV

Average wind speed in December - Flatwoods, 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
Flatwoods, WV

Average humidity in December - Flatwoods, 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
Flatwoods, WV

Average rainfall in December - Flatwoods, 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
Flatwoods, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Flatwoods, 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
Flatwoods, WV

Average snowfall in December - Flatwoods, 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
Flatwoods, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Flatwoods, 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
Flatwoods, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Flatwoods, 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
Flatwoods, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Flatwoods, 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
Flatwoods, WV

Average UV index in December - Flatwoods, 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
Flatwoods, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Flatwoods, 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
Flatwoods, WV

Average visibility in December - Flatwoods, 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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