December weather forecast
Griffithsville, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Griffithsville, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Griffithsville's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). In December, the average low-temperature in Griffithsville records at a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Griffithsville, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. In Griffithsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.9 days and collects up to 16.5" (419mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Griffithsville, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 8.27" (210mm) 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 7:26 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Griffithsville, West Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Griffithsville?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Griffithsville, is 43.9°F (6.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Griffithsville?

The average relative humidity in December in Griffithsville is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Griffithsville?

In December, in Griffithsville, West Virginia, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Griffithsville in December?

In Griffithsville, West Virginia, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Griffithsville?

The month with the shortest days in Griffithsville is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Griffithsville have in December?

In December, the average day length in Griffithsville, West Virginia, is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Griffithsville?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Griffithsville?

The average sunshine duration in December in Griffithsville, West Virginia, is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Griffithsville?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Griffithsville?

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

Average temperature in December - Griffithsville, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Griffithsville, WV

Average pressure in December - Griffithsville, 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
Griffithsville, WV

Average wind speed in December - Griffithsville, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Griffithsville, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Griffithsville, WV

Average rainfall in December - Griffithsville, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Griffithsville, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Griffithsville, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Griffithsville, WV

Average snowfall in December - Griffithsville, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Griffithsville, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Griffithsville, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Griffithsville, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Griffithsville, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Griffithsville, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Griffithsville, WV

Average UV index in December - Griffithsville, 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
Griffithsville, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Griffithsville, WV

Average visibility in December - Griffithsville, 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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