December weather forecast
Longpole, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Longpole, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average high of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

December reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). Throughout the month of December, Longpole observes an average nighttime temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Longpole, West Virginia, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Longpole, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.5 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Longpole, West Virginia, are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) 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 Longpole, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Longpole, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Longpole in December?

December temperatures in Longpole vary between a high-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Longpole?

In Longpole, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Longpole in December?

In Longpole, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Longpole?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Longpole, West Virginia. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Longpole?

In Longpole, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Longpole?

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

How many hours of daylight does Longpole have in December?

In December, the average day length in Longpole, West Virginia, is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Longpole?

On the first day of December in Longpole, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Longpole have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Longpole is 4.7h.

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

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Longpole, West Virginia.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Longpole?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Longpole is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Longpole, WV

Average temperature in December - Longpole, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°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 (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Longpole, WV

Average pressure in December - Longpole, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Longpole, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Longpole, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Longpole, WV

Average rainfall in December - Longpole, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Longpole, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Longpole, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Longpole, WV

Average snowfall in December - Longpole, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Longpole, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Longpole, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Longpole, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Longpole, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Longpole, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Longpole, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Longpole, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Longpole, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Longpole, WV

Average visibility in December - Longpole, 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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