December weather forecast
Hopkins Fork, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hopkins Fork, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.2°F (0.1°C) and max 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) is noted.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Hopkins Fork, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hopkins Fork, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.9 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Hopkins Fork, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow. In Hopkins Fork, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.7 days and aggregates up to 19.45" (494mm) 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 7:24 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hopkins Fork, is 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.2°F (0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hopkins Fork, in December, during 7.9 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December in Hopkins Fork?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Hopkins Fork are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hopkins Fork, WV

Average temperature in December - Hopkins Fork, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Hopkins Fork, WV

Average pressure in December - Hopkins Fork, 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
Hopkins Fork, WV

Average wind speed in December - Hopkins Fork, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Hopkins Fork, WV

Average humidity in December - Hopkins Fork, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Hopkins Fork, WV

Average rainfall in December - Hopkins Fork, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Hopkins Fork, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Hopkins Fork, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hopkins Fork, WV

Average snowfall in December - Hopkins Fork, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hopkins Fork, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Hopkins Fork, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hopkins Fork, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hopkins Fork, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hopkins Fork, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Hopkins Fork, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Hopkins Fork, WV

Average UV index in December - Hopkins Fork, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Hopkins Fork, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Hopkins Fork, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Hopkins Fork, WV

Average visibility in December - Hopkins Fork, 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, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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