December weather forecast
Glasgow, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Glasgow, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.5°F (6.4°C) and min 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving subtly from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Glasgow, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Glasgow, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Glasgow, there are 193.3 rainfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Glasgow, in December, during 8.7 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Glasgow, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.1 days and aggregates up to 22.2" (564mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Glasgow, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Glasgow, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Glasgow, West Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Glasgow. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Glasgow in December?

Glasgow in December has an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°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 estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Glasgow?

In Glasgow, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Glasgow in December?

In Glasgow, during December, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Glasgow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Glasgow?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Glasgow.

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

In Glasgow, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Glasgow?

On the first day of December in Glasgow, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Glasgow have in December?

In Glasgow, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Glasgow?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Glasgow?

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

Average temperature in December - Glasgow, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Glasgow, WV

Average pressure in December - Glasgow, 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
Glasgow, WV

Average wind speed in December - Glasgow, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Glasgow, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Glasgow, WV

Average rainfall in December - Glasgow, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Glasgow, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Glasgow, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Glasgow, WV

Average snowfall in December - Glasgow, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Glasgow, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Glasgow, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glasgow, 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 2min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Glasgow, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Glasgow, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Glasgow, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Glasgow, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Glasgow, 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 34).

Average visibility in December
Glasgow, WV

Average visibility in December - Glasgow, 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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