December weather forecast
Knapp, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Knapp, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average high of 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

Knapp observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) to a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C). During December nights, Knapp witnesses a consistent average temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Knapp, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Knapp, there are 153.4 rainfall days, and 23.23" (590mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Knapp. In Knapp, West Virginia, in December, during 14.8 snowfall days, 5.63" (143mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Knapp, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.8 days and aggregates up to 36.5" (927mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, in Knapp, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, in Knapp, the average high-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Knapp, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in Knapp in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Knapp, during December, snow falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.63" (143mm) 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?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Knapp?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Knapp, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Knapp, WV

Average temperature in December - Knapp, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Knapp, WV

Average pressure in December - Knapp, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Knapp, WV

Average wind speed in December - Knapp, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Knapp, WV

Average humidity in December - Knapp, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Knapp, WV

Average rainfall in December - Knapp, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Knapp, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Knapp, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Knapp, WV

Average snowfall in December - Knapp, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Knapp, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Knapp, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Knapp, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Knapp, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Knapp, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Knapp, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Knapp, WV

Average UV index in December - Knapp, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Knapp, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Knapp, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in December
Knapp, WV

Average visibility in December - Knapp, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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