December weather forecast
Galmish, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Galmish, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and an average low of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) to an icy 41.4°F (5.2°C). An average temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) marks the nights in December.

Humidity

In Galmish, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Galmish, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.6 rainfall days, and 25.91" (658mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Galmish. In Galmish, during December, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow. In Galmish, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.7 days and aggregates up to 11.38" (289mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Galmish is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Galmish, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Galmish in December?

During December, Galmish experiences an average high-temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C) and a low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Galmish?

In Galmish, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Galmish in December?

In Galmish, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Galmish in December?

In December, in Galmish, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Galmish?

December has the shortest days of the year in Galmish, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Galmish have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Galmish?

On the first day of December in Galmish, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Galmish?

In Galmish, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Galmish?

The month with the lowest UV index in Galmish, West Virginia, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Galmish?

In Galmish, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Galmish, WV

Average temperature in December - Galmish, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Galmish, WV

Average pressure in December - Galmish, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Galmish, WV

Average wind speed in December - Galmish, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

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 (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Galmish, WV

Average humidity in December - Galmish, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Galmish, WV

Average rainfall in December - Galmish, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

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
Galmish, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Galmish, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Galmish, WV

Average snowfall in December - Galmish, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Galmish, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Galmish, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 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
Galmish, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Galmish, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Galmish, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Galmish, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Galmish, WV

Average UV index in December - Galmish, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Galmish, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Galmish, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Galmish, WV

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

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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