December weather forecast
Newtown, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Newtown, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

December marks a gentle change in average high-temperature, declining from November's cool 54°F (12.2°C) to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). An average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Newtown, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.6 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Newtown, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout December, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is accumulated. In Newtown, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Newtown, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February 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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Newtown?

In Newtown, 45.1°F (7.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.1°F (0.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Newtown?

In Newtown, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Newtown?

In December, in Newtown, West Virginia, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Newtown in December?

In Newtown, during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newtown?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Newtown?

The average day length in December in Newtown, West Virginia, is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Newtown?

On the first day of December in Newtown, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Newtown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Newtown?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Newtown?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Newtown is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Newtown, WV

Average temperature in December - Newtown, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Newtown, WV

Average pressure in December - Newtown, 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
Newtown, WV

Average wind speed in December - Newtown, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Newtown, WV

Average humidity in December - Newtown, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Newtown, WV

Average rainfall in December - Newtown, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Newtown, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Newtown, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newtown, WV

Average snowfall in December - Newtown, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newtown, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Newtown, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newtown, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Newtown, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Newtown, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Newtown, WV

Average UV index in December - Newtown, 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
Newtown, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Newtown, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Newtown, WV

Average visibility in December - Newtown, 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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