December weather forecast
Old Gauley, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Old Gauley, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 42.8°F (6°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

December signals a slight drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). In the month of December, the average temperature dips to a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) during the night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Old Gauley, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Old Gauley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.2 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Old Gauley, during December, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.4 snowfall days, and 21.34" (542mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Old Gauley.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Old Gauley, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature during December is 42.8°F (6°C) and the low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Old Gauley, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Old Gauley, in December, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Old Gauley is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Old Gauley have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Old Gauley, WV

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

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Old Gauley, WV

Average humidity in December - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Old Gauley, WV

Average rainfall in December - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Old Gauley, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in December
Old Gauley, WV

Average snowfall in December - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Old Gauley, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 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 Gauley, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Old Gauley, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Old Gauley, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Old Gauley, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Old Gauley, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Old Gauley, WV

Average visibility in December - Old Gauley, 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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