December weather forecast
Hooverson Heights, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Hooverson Heights, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

In Hooverson Heights, the average high-temperature in December drops from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is witnessed throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Hooverson Heights, during December, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. In Hooverson Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.9 days and collects up to 33.07" (840mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Hooverson Heights, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.3 snowfall days, and 18.39" (467mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hooverson Heights?

The high-temperature during December is 39.4°F (4.1°C) and the low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hooverson Heights, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) 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 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hooverson Heights have in December?

In Hooverson Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hooverson Heights have in December?

In Hooverson Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hooverson Heights, WV

Average temperature in December - Hooverson Heights, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Hooverson Heights, WV

Average pressure in December - Hooverson Heights, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hooverson Heights, WV

Average wind speed in December - Hooverson Heights, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Hooverson Heights, WV

Average humidity in December - Hooverson Heights, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Hooverson Heights, WV

Average rainfall in December - Hooverson Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Hooverson Heights, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Hooverson Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hooverson Heights, WV

Average snowfall in December - Hooverson Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hooverson Heights, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Hooverson Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hooverson Heights, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hooverson Heights, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hooverson Heights, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Hooverson Heights, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Hooverson Heights, WV

Average UV index in December - Hooverson Heights, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hooverson Heights, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Hooverson Heights, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Hooverson Heights, WV

Average visibility in December - Hooverson Heights, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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