December weather forecast
Harpers Ferry, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Harpers Ferry, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

Harpers Ferry's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). In Harpers Ferry, the average temperature during the nights of December drops to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In Harpers Ferry, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.3 rainfall days, and 29.84" (758mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Harpers Ferry, during December, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.6 snowfall days, and 12.13" (308mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Harpers Ferry is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Harpers Ferry, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Harpers Ferry in December?

The high-temperature during December is 43.5°F (6.4°C) and the low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Harpers Ferry, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Harpers Ferry, during December, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Harpers Ferry have in December?

The average day length in December in Harpers Ferry is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Harpers Ferry, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average temperature in December - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°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 (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average snowfall in December - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Harpers Ferry, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Harpers Ferry, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Harpers Ferry, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).

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