December weather forecast
Holcomb, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Holcomb, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

Holcomb in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C). Throughout December, Holcomb witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Holcomb, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Holcomb, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.5 days and collects up to 41.61" (1057mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Holcomb, during December, snow falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow. In Holcomb, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.4 days and aggregates up to 37.4" (950mm) 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 7:20 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Holcomb, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Holcomb, records 40.6°F (4.8°C), while the low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Holcomb, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Holcomb, in December, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 7.64" (194mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Holcomb, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Holcomb is 4.3h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December
Holcomb, WV

Average temperature in December - Holcomb, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°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 (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Holcomb, WV

Average pressure in December - Holcomb, 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
Holcomb, WV

Average wind speed in December - Holcomb, 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 (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Holcomb, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Holcomb, WV

Average rainfall in December - Holcomb, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Holcomb, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Holcomb, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Holcomb, WV

Average snowfall in December - Holcomb, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Holcomb, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Holcomb, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Holcomb, 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 August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Holcomb, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Holcomb, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (5.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Holcomb, WV

Average UV index in December - Holcomb, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Holcomb, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Holcomb, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Holcomb, WV

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

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

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