December weather forecast
Longdale, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Longdale, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 42.8°F (6°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Longdale anticipates an average minimum temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Longdale, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.5 rainfall days, and 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Longdale, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In Longdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.1 days and aggregates up to 13.35" (339mm) 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 Longdale, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Longdale, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°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 December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Longdale, in December, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Longdale, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Longdale, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Longdale, WV

Average temperature in December - Longdale, 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 (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Longdale, WV

Average pressure in December - Longdale, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Longdale, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Longdale, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Longdale, WV

Average rainfall in December - Longdale, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Longdale, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Longdale, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Longdale, WV

Average snowfall in December - Longdale, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Longdale, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Longdale, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Longdale, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Longdale, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Longdale, WV

Average UV index in December - Longdale, 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
Longdale, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Longdale, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

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
Longdale, WV

Average visibility in December - Longdale, 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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