December weather forecast
Lower Falls, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lower Falls, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Lower Falls experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). Lower Falls's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.9 rainfall days, and 16.5" (419mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Lower Falls, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Lower Falls, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.1 days and aggregates up to 8.27" (210mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Lower Falls have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lower Falls have in December?

In Lower Falls, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lower Falls?

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

Average temperature in December - Lower Falls, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Lower Falls, WV

Average pressure in December - Lower Falls, 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
Lower Falls, WV

Average wind speed in December - Lower Falls, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Lower Falls, WV

Average humidity in December - Lower Falls, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Lower Falls, WV

Average rainfall in December - Lower Falls, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Lower Falls, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Lower Falls, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lower Falls, WV

Average snowfall in December - Lower Falls, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lower Falls, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Lower Falls, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lower Falls, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lower Falls, 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
Lower Falls, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Lower Falls, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Lower Falls, WV

Average UV index in December - Lower Falls, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Lower Falls, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Lower Falls, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Lower Falls, WV

Average visibility in December - Lower Falls, 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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