December weather forecast
Macfarlan, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Macfarlan, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). Macfarlan usually reports an average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Macfarlan, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Macfarlan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.2 days and collects up to 37.13" (943mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Macfarlan, in December, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.02" (102mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 51.4 snowfall days, and 21.81" (554mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Macfarlan experiences an average high-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and a low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Macfarlan, during December, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Macfarlan?

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

How many hours of daylight does Macfarlan have in December?

In Macfarlan, West Virginia, 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 7:25 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Macfarlan, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Macfarlan, WV

Average pressure in December - Macfarlan, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Macfarlan, WV

Average wind speed in December - Macfarlan, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Macfarlan, WV

Average humidity in December - Macfarlan, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

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

Average rainfall in December
Macfarlan, WV

Average rainfall in December - Macfarlan, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Macfarlan, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Macfarlan, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Macfarlan, WV

Average snowfall in December - Macfarlan, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Macfarlan, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Macfarlan, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 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
Macfarlan, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Macfarlan, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Macfarlan, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Macfarlan, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Macfarlan, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Macfarlan, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Macfarlan, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Macfarlan, WV

Average visibility in December - Macfarlan, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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