December weather forecast
Kanawha Falls, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kanawha Falls, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

As Kanawha Falls enters December, the average high-temperature subtly lowers from the a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) of November to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). Throughout the month of December, Kanawha Falls observes an average nighttime temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

In Kanawha Falls, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kanawha Falls, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.2 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Kanawha Falls, in December, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.4 snowfall days, and 21.34" (542mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Kanawha Falls, is 42.8°F (6°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kanawha Falls?

In Kanawha Falls, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Kanawha Falls, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Kanawha Falls, West Virginia, in December, during 9.7 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Kanawha Falls is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Kanawha Falls 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kanawha Falls, WV

Average temperature in December - Kanawha Falls, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Kanawha Falls, WV

Average pressure in December - Kanawha Falls, 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
Kanawha Falls, WV

Average wind speed in December - Kanawha Falls, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Kanawha Falls, WV

Average humidity in December - Kanawha Falls, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Kanawha Falls, WV

Average rainfall in December - Kanawha Falls, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Kanawha Falls, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Kanawha Falls, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kanawha Falls, WV

Average snowfall in December - Kanawha Falls, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kanawha Falls, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Kanawha Falls, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kanawha Falls, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kanawha Falls, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kanawha Falls, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Kanawha Falls, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Kanawha Falls, WV

Average UV index in December - Kanawha Falls, 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
Kanawha Falls, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Kanawha Falls, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Kanawha Falls, WV

Average visibility in December - Kanawha Falls, 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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