December weather forecast
Kanawha Head, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Kanawha Head, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C). Kanawha Head experiences a steady low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Kanawha Head, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kanawha Head, there are 187.8 rainfall days, and 38.07" (967mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Kanawha Head, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 6.97" (177mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kanawha Head, there are 62.1 snowfall days, and 37.83" (961mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Kanawha Head, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Kanawha Head during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Kanawha Head, is 41.7°F (5.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.5°F (-1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kanawha Head?

The average relative humidity in December in Kanawha Head, West Virginia, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kanawha Head?

In December, in Kanawha Head, West Virginia, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Kanawha Head in December?

In Kanawha Head, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 6.97" (177mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kanawha Head?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Kanawha Head have in December?

In Kanawha Head, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kanawha Head?

On the first day of December in Kanawha Head, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kanawha Head?

The average sunshine duration in December in Kanawha Head is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kanawha Head?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Kanawha Head?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kanawha Head is 2. 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
Kanawha Head, WV

Average temperature in December - Kanawha Head, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Kanawha Head, WV

Average pressure in December - Kanawha Head, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kanawha Head, WV

Average wind speed in December - Kanawha Head, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Kanawha Head, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Kanawha Head, WV

Average rainfall in December - Kanawha Head, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Kanawha Head, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Kanawha Head, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kanawha Head, WV

Average snowfall in December - Kanawha Head, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kanawha Head, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Kanawha Head, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 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 Head, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kanawha Head, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kanawha Head, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Kanawha Head, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Kanawha Head, WV

Average UV index in December - Kanawha Head, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (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 Head, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Kanawha Head, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Kanawha Head, WV

Average visibility in December - Kanawha Head, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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