December weather forecast
Greendale, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Greendale, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and max 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally drops from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). In December, Greendale's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) during the night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Greendale, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.2 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Greendale, during December, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow. In Greendale, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.4 days and aggregates up to 21.34" (542mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 42.8°F (6°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Greendale, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Greendale, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Greendale, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Greendale have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What are the months 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 is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Greendale, WV

Average temperature in December - Greendale, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°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 (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Greendale, WV

Average pressure in December - Greendale, 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
Greendale, WV

Average wind speed in December - Greendale, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Greendale, WV

Average humidity in December - Greendale, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

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

Average rainfall in December
Greendale, WV

Average rainfall in December - Greendale, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Greendale, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Greendale, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in December
Greendale, WV

Average snowfall in December - Greendale, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Greendale, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Greendale, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Greendale, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Greendale, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Greendale, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Greendale, WV

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

Average cloud cover in December
Greendale, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Greendale, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Greendale, WV

Average visibility in December - Greendale, 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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