December weather forecast
Horse Creek Junction, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Horse Creek Junction, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature shows a slight dip in December, from November's cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). In Horse Creek Junction, the December nights cool down to an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Horse Creek Junction, there are 40.7 snowfall days, and 19.45" (494mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Horse Creek Junction, is 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.2°F (0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 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 Horse Creek Junction, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Horse Creek Junction?

In Horse Creek Junction, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Horse Creek Junction, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Horse Creek Junction have in December?

In Horse Creek Junction, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Horse Creek Junction, WV

Average temperature in December - Horse Creek Junction, 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
Horse Creek Junction, WV

Average pressure in December - Horse Creek Junction, 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
Horse Creek Junction, WV

Average wind speed in December - Horse Creek Junction, 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
Horse Creek Junction, WV

Average humidity in December - Horse Creek Junction, 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
Horse Creek Junction, WV

Average rainfall in December - Horse Creek Junction, 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
Horse Creek Junction, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Horse Creek Junction, 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
Horse Creek Junction, WV

Average snowfall in December - Horse Creek Junction, 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
Horse Creek Junction, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Horse Creek Junction, 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
Horse Creek Junction, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Horse Creek Junction, 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
Horse Creek Junction, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Horse Creek Junction, 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
Horse Creek Junction, WV

Average UV index in December - Horse Creek Junction, 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
Horse Creek Junction, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Horse Creek Junction, 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
Horse Creek Junction, WV

Average visibility in December - Horse Creek Junction, 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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