December weather forecast
Nimitz, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Nimitz, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). December brings Nimitz a consistent average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Nimitz is 82%.

Rainfall

In Nimitz, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 165.3 rainfall days, and 25.35" (644mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Nimitz. In Nimitz, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Nimitz, there are 34.1 snowfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Nimitz, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Nimitz in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Nimitz, West Virginia, during December are 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Nimitz?

In December, the average relative humidity in Nimitz, West Virginia, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Nimitz?

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Nimitz in December?

In Nimitz, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Nimitz?

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

How many hours of daylight does Nimitz have in December?

In Nimitz, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Nimitz?

On the first day of December in Nimitz, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Nimitz?

The average sunshine duration in December in Nimitz, West Virginia, is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Nimitz?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Nimitz?

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

Average temperature in December - Nimitz, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°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 (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Nimitz, WV

Average pressure in December - Nimitz, 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
Nimitz, WV

Average wind speed in December - Nimitz, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Nimitz, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Nimitz, WV

Average rainfall in December - Nimitz, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Nimitz, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Nimitz, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nimitz, WV

Average snowfall in December - Nimitz, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Nimitz, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Nimitz, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nimitz, 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 months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nimitz, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Nimitz, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Nimitz, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Nimitz, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Nimitz, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Nimitz, WV

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

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

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