December weather forecast
Nipetown, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Nipetown, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.3°F (5.7°C) and min 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C). Throughout December, the temperature falls to an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Nipetown, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Nipetown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.2 days and collects up to 26.02" (661mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 20.8 snowfall days, and 12.56" (319mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Nipetown in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Nipetown have in December?

In Nipetown, the average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Nipetown, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Nipetown, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Nipetown, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Nipetown, WV

Average wind speed in December - Nipetown, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Nipetown, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Nipetown, WV

Average rainfall in December - Nipetown, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Nipetown, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Nipetown, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nipetown, WV

Average snowfall in December - Nipetown, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Nipetown, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Nipetown, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nipetown, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nipetown, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Nipetown, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Nipetown, WV

Average UV index in December - Nipetown, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Nipetown, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Nipetown, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Nipetown, WV

Average visibility in December - Nipetown, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and October (5mi).

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