December weather forecast
Glen Fork, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Glen Fork, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). Throughout December, Glen Fork witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Glen Fork, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Glen Fork, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.9 days and collects up to 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Glen Fork, in December, during 5.4 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.3 snowfall days, and 8.66" (220mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), 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 Glen Fork, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Glen Fork, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is 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.

How many hours of daylight does Glen Fork have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Glen Fork is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Glen Fork, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Glen Fork, WV

Average pressure in December - Glen Fork, 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 Fork, WV

Average wind speed in December - Glen Fork, 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 (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Glen Fork, WV

Average humidity in December - Glen Fork, 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 (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Glen Fork, WV

Average rainfall in December - Glen Fork, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Glen Fork, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Glen Fork, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Glen Fork, WV

Average snowfall in December - Glen Fork, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Glen Fork, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Glen Fork, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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 Fork, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glen Fork, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Glen Fork, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Glen Fork, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Glen Fork, WV

Average UV index in December - Glen Fork, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Glen Fork, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Glen Fork, WV

Average visibility in December - Glen Fork, 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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