December weather forecast
Montrose, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Montrose, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 39.2°F (4°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

In Montrose, the average high-temperature in December slightly decreases from a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to an icy 39.2°F (4°C). Montrose experiences a steady low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Montrose, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Montrose, during the entire year, the rain falls for 194.8 days and collects up to 37.2" (945mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Montrose, in December, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.89" (175mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 63.8 snowfall days, and 38.74" (984mm) 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 7:19 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Montrose, in December, the average high-temperature is 39.2°F (4°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Montrose, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Montrose have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Montrose, 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
Montrose, WV

Average temperature in December - Montrose, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Montrose, WV

Average pressure in December - Montrose, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Montrose, WV

Average wind speed in December - Montrose, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Montrose, WV

Average humidity in December - Montrose, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Montrose, WV

Average rainfall in December - Montrose, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Montrose, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Montrose, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Montrose, WV

Average snowfall in December - Montrose, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Montrose, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Montrose, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Montrose, 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: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Montrose, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Montrose, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Montrose, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Montrose, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Montrose, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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