December weather forecast
Leetown, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Leetown, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 42.8°F (6°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Leetown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.3 days and collects up to 12.24" (311mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Leetown, during December, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Leetown, there are 17.1 snowfall days, and 4.69" (119mm) 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 Leetown, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 42.8°F (6°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Leetown is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Leetown, during December, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Leetown have in December?

The average day length in December in Leetown is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Leetown have in December?

In Leetown, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Leetown, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Leetown, WV

Average pressure in December - Leetown, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Leetown, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Leetown, WV

Average humidity in December - Leetown, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Leetown, WV

Average rainfall in December - Leetown, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Leetown, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Leetown, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Leetown, WV

Average snowfall in December - Leetown, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Leetown, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Leetown, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Leetown, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Leetown, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Leetown, WV

Average UV index in December - Leetown, 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
Leetown, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Leetown, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Leetown, WV

Average visibility in December - Leetown, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September and October (5mi).

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