December weather forecast
Hiawatha, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hiawatha, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C) and an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature slightly decreases in December, shifting from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). Throughout December nights, Hiawatha experiences a consistent temperature average of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

In Hiawatha, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Hiawatha, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In Hiawatha, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 29.96" (761mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Hiawatha, is 43.5°F (6.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hiawatha is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hiawatha, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hiawatha have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hiawatha have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month 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 in Hiawatha?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hiawatha, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Hiawatha, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hiawatha, WV

Average wind speed in December - Hiawatha, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Hiawatha, WV

Average humidity in December - Hiawatha, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Hiawatha, WV

Average rainfall in December - Hiawatha, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Hiawatha, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Hiawatha, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hiawatha, WV

Average snowfall in December - Hiawatha, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (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 - Hiawatha, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hiawatha, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hiawatha, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Hiawatha, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.8 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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 - Hiawatha, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

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

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

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