December weather forecast
Little Birch, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Little Birch, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from November's fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Little Birch, during the entire year, the rain falls for 195.1 days and collects up to 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Little Birch, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow. In Little Birch, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 34.25" (870mm) of snow.

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 Little Birch, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Little Birch, the average sunshine in December 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

During December, Little Birch experiences an average high-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and a low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°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 Little Birch, in December, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Little Birch, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Little Birch, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Little Birch, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Little Birch have in December?

In Little Birch, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 Little Birch?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Little Birch, WV

Average temperature in December - Little Birch, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Little Birch, WV

Average pressure in December - Little Birch, 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
Little Birch, WV

Average wind speed in December - Little Birch, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

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
Little Birch, WV

Average humidity in December - Little Birch, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Little Birch, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Little Birch, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Little Birch, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Little Birch, WV

Average snowfall in December - Little Birch, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Little Birch, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Little Birch, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Little Birch, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Little Birch, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Little Birch, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Little Birch, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Little Birch, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Little Birch, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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