December weather forecast
Layville, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Layville, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Layville, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Layville is 81%.

Rainfall

In Layville, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 183.9 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Layville, in December, during 7.9 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Layville, 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 December in Layville, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:18 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature, in December, in Layville, is 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.2°F (0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated 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 Layville, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Layville, 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?

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?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Layville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Layville is 4.1h.

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

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

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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Layville, WV

Average temperature in December - Layville, 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
Layville, WV

Average pressure in December - Layville, 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
Layville, WV

Average wind speed in December - Layville, 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
Layville, WV

Average humidity in December - Layville, 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
Layville, WV

Average rainfall in December - Layville, 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
Layville, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Layville, 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
Layville, WV

Average snowfall in December - Layville, 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
Layville, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Layville, 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
Layville, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Layville, 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
Layville, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Layville, 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
Layville, WV

Average UV index in December - Layville, 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
Layville, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Layville, 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
Layville, WV

Average visibility in December - Layville, 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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