December weather forecast
Fort Gay, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Fort Gay, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.9°F (0.5°C) and max 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Fort Gay, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fort Gay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.7 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fort Gay, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Fort Gay, there are 33.2 snowfall days, and 13.35" (339mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fort Gay, records 45°F (7.2°C), while the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fort Gay?

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Fort Gay, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fort Gay?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fort Gay have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Fort Gay, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Fort Gay?

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

What is the UV index intensity 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fort Gay, WV

Average temperature in December - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Fort Gay, WV

Average pressure in December - Fort Gay, 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
Fort Gay, WV

Average wind speed in December - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Fort Gay, WV

Average humidity in December - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Fort Gay, WV

Average rainfall in December - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Fort Gay, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fort Gay, WV

Average snowfall in December - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Fort Gay, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort Gay, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Gay, 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: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fort Gay, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Fort Gay, WV

Average UV index in December - Fort Gay, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Fort Gay, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Fort Gay, WV

Average visibility in December - Fort Gay, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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