December weather forecast
Hillcrest, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hillcrest, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and max 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C). In Hillcrest, an average temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Hillcrest, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hillcrest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.4 days and collects up to 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hillcrest are January through May, October through December. In Hillcrest, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hillcrest, West Virginia.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hillcrest, West Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hillcrest are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Hillcrest during December?

Hillcrest in December has an average high-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hillcrest?

In Hillcrest, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hillcrest?

In Hillcrest, West Virginia, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hillcrest in December?

In December, in Hillcrest, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hillcrest?

The month with the shortest days in Hillcrest is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hillcrest have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hillcrest?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hillcrest have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hillcrest?

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 Hillcrest?

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

Average temperature in December - Hillcrest, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Hillcrest, WV

Average pressure in December - Hillcrest, 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
Hillcrest, WV

Average wind speed in December - Hillcrest, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

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
Hillcrest, WV

Average humidity in December - Hillcrest, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

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
Hillcrest, WV

Average rainfall in December - Hillcrest, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Hillcrest, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Hillcrest, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hillcrest, WV

Average snowfall in December - Hillcrest, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hillcrest, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Hillcrest, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hillcrest, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hillcrest, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Hillcrest, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hillcrest, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Hillcrest, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Hillcrest, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Hillcrest, WV

Average visibility in December - Hillcrest, 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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