December weather forecast
Fosterville, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fosterville, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Fosterville's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 175.4 rainfall days, and 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fosterville, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Fosterville, West Virginia, there are 33.1 snowfall days, and 14.65" (372mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Fosterville?

December temperatures in Fosterville, West Virginia, vary between a high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fosterville?

The average relative humidity in December in Fosterville is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fosterville?

In Fosterville, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Fosterville?

In Fosterville, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fosterville?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Fosterville?

In December, the average day length in Fosterville, West Virginia, is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fosterville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fosterville, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fosterville have in December?

In Fosterville, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fosterville?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Fosterville?

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

Average temperature in December - Fosterville, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Fosterville, WV

Average pressure in December - Fosterville, 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
Fosterville, WV

Average wind speed in December - Fosterville, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Fosterville, WV

Average humidity in December - Fosterville, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Fosterville, WV

Average rainfall in December - Fosterville, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Fosterville, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Fosterville, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fosterville, WV

Average snowfall in December - Fosterville, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fosterville, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Fosterville, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fosterville, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fosterville, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Fosterville, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Fosterville, WV

Average UV index in December - Fosterville, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Fosterville, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Fosterville, WV

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

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

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