Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
With the arrival of December, Gilkerson experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). December is noted for a mean low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Gilkerson, West Virginia, is 80%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gilkerson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176 days and collects up to 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gilkerson, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gilkerson, there are 38.2 snowfall days, and 14.92" (379mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Average temperature in December
Gilkerson, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 44.4°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°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Gilkerson, 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 (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Gilkerson, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Gilkerson, 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
Gilkerson, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 3.15"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in December
Gilkerson, 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 November (10.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gilkerson, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 2.99"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Gilkerson, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gilkerson, 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 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gilkerson, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Gilkerson, 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
Gilkerson, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Gilkerson, 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).
Gilkerson, West Virginia, USA
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