December weather forecast
Hines, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Hines, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

A subtle shift in Hines's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) to a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

In Hines, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.7 days and collects up to 35.31" (897mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hines, in December, during 9.7 snowfall days, 6.93" (176mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50.2 snowfall days, and 32.83" (834mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:20 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature during December is 40.5°F (4.7°C) and the low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Hines is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hines?

In Hines, in December, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hines, in December, during 9.7 snowfall days, 6.93" (176mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 Hines have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hines?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Hines, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Hines, WV

Average temperature in December - Hines, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Hines, WV

Average pressure in December - Hines, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Hines, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
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 - Hines, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Hines, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Hines, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Hines, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.09").
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 - Hines, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hines, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Hines, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.4 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Hines, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Hines, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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