December weather forecast
Malcolm Springs Heights, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Malcolm Springs Heights, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). Malcolm Springs Heights's average low-temperature for the month of December records at an icy 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176 rainfall days, and 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Malcolm Springs Heights, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow. In Malcolm Springs Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.2 days and aggregates up to 14.92" (379mm) 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 7:27 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Malcolm Springs Heights, 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Malcolm Springs Heights experiences an average high-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Malcolm Springs Heights, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Malcolm Springs Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Malcolm Springs Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Malcolm Springs Heights?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Malcolm Springs Heights.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Malcolm Springs Heights, WV

Average temperature in December - Malcolm Springs Heights, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Malcolm Springs Heights, WV

Average pressure in December - Malcolm Springs Heights, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Malcolm Springs Heights, WV

Average wind speed in December - Malcolm Springs Heights, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Malcolm Springs Heights, WV

Average humidity in December - Malcolm Springs Heights, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Malcolm Springs Heights, WV

Average rainfall in December - Malcolm Springs Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Malcolm Springs Heights, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Malcolm Springs Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Malcolm Springs Heights, WV

Average snowfall in December - Malcolm Springs Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Malcolm Springs Heights, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Malcolm Springs Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Malcolm Springs Heights, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Malcolm Springs Heights, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Malcolm Springs Heights, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Malcolm Springs Heights, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Malcolm Springs Heights, WV

Average UV index in December - Malcolm Springs Heights, 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
Malcolm Springs Heights, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Malcolm Springs Heights, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Malcolm Springs Heights, WV

Average visibility in December - Malcolm Springs Heights, 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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