December weather forecast
Old Fields, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Old Fields, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and max 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). Throughout December, Old Fields's nights cool down to an average of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Old Fields, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Old Fields, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.2 days and collects up to 6.61" (168mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Old Fields, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.9 snowfall days, and 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Old Fields, is 42.4°F (5.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). 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 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity in Old Fields are September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Old Fields, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Old Fields, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Old Fields have in December?

In Old Fields, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Old Fields, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Old Fields, WV

Average pressure in December - Old Fields, 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
Old Fields, WV

Average wind speed in December - Old Fields, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Old Fields, WV

Average humidity in December - Old Fields, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Old Fields, WV

Average rainfall in December - Old Fields, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.75").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Old Fields, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Old Fields, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Old Fields, WV

Average snowfall in December - Old Fields, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Old Fields, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Old Fields, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Old Fields, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Old Fields, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Old Fields, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Old Fields, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January, November and December (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (18.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Old Fields, WV

Average UV index in December - Old Fields, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Old Fields, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Old Fields, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Old Fields, WV

Average visibility in December - Old Fields, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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