December weather forecast
Lacoma, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Lacoma, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.5°F (6.4°C) and min 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). In December, the nighttime temperature in Lacoma lowers to an average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In Lacoma, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lacoma, there are 135.9 rainfall days, and 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lacoma. In December, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lacoma, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.3 days and aggregates up to 8.66" (220mm) 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 December in Lacoma, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lacoma, West Virginia, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Lacoma in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Lacoma, is 43.5°F (6.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lacoma?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lacoma is 81%.

How much does it rain in Lacoma in December?

In Lacoma, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lacoma in December?

In Lacoma, in December, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lacoma?

December has the shortest days of the year in Lacoma, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Lacoma?

The average day length in December in Lacoma is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lacoma?

On the first day of December in Lacoma, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lacoma have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lacoma?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Lacoma?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lacoma, WV

Average temperature in December - Lacoma, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Lacoma, WV

Average pressure in December - Lacoma, 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
Lacoma, WV

Average wind speed in December - Lacoma, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Lacoma, WV

Average humidity in December - Lacoma, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Lacoma, WV

Average rainfall in December - Lacoma, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Lacoma, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Lacoma, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lacoma, WV

Average snowfall in December - Lacoma, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lacoma, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Lacoma, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lacoma, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lacoma, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Lacoma, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Lacoma, WV

Average UV index in December - Lacoma, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Lacoma, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Lacoma, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Lacoma, WV

Average visibility in December - Lacoma, 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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