December weather forecast
Hazel, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hazel, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

Hazel's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). An average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is observed during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Hazel, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hazel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.6 days and collects up to 39.17" (995mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hazel, during December, snow falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.1 snowfall days, and 24.21" (615mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Hazel, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hazel. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Hazel in December has an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hazel, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hazel, in December, during 10.7 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hazel have in December?

In Hazel, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What are the months with 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

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 cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hazel, WV

Average temperature in December - Hazel, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Hazel, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Hazel, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

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 (4.2mph).

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Hazel, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Hazel, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Hazel, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Hazel, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hazel, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hazel, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Hazel, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Hazel, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May and July (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 - Hazel, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Hazel, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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