December weather forecast
Hilltop, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hilltop, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.8°F (6°C) and min 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

Hilltop experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in Hilltop, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hilltop, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hilltop, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hilltop, there are 52.4 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) 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 7:22 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, in Hilltop, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hilltop, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and a low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hilltop, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hilltop, in December, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hilltop have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hilltop have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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 snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Hilltop, WV

Average temperature in December - Hilltop, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Hilltop, WV

Average pressure in December - Hilltop, 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
Hilltop, WV

Average wind speed in December - Hilltop, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Hilltop, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Hilltop, WV

Average rainfall in December - Hilltop, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Hilltop, WV

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hilltop, WV

Average snowfall in December - Hilltop, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hilltop, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Hilltop, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hilltop, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hilltop, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Hilltop, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Hilltop, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hilltop, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Hilltop, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Hilltop, WV

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

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

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