December weather forecast
Glen Daniel, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Glen Daniel, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December aligns with a soft reduction in the average high-temperature, gently falling from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). An average minimum temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Glen Daniel, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. In Glen Daniel, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.8 days and collects up to 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Glen Daniel, in December, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 7.36" (187mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 60.8 snowfall days, and 39.41" (1001mm) 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 7:22 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Glen Daniel, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, November 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In Glen Daniel, 42.4°F (5.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Glen Daniel, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Glen Daniel in December?

In Glen Daniel, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Glen Daniel have in December?

In Glen Daniel, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Glen Daniel, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Glen Daniel, WV

Average temperature in December - Glen Daniel, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Glen Daniel, WV

Average pressure in December - Glen Daniel, 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
Glen Daniel, WV

Average wind speed in December - Glen Daniel, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Glen Daniel, WV

Average humidity in December - Glen Daniel, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Glen Daniel, WV

Average rainfall in December - Glen Daniel, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Glen Daniel, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Glen Daniel, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Glen Daniel, WV

Average snowfall in December - Glen Daniel, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Glen Daniel, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Glen Daniel, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Glen Daniel, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glen Daniel, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h 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: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Glen Daniel, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Glen Daniel, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7 days).

Average UV index in December
Glen Daniel, WV

Average UV index in December - Glen Daniel, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Glen Daniel, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Glen Daniel, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Glen Daniel, WV

Average visibility in December - Glen Daniel, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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