December weather forecast
Osage, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Osage, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Osage's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's cool 50°F (10°C) to a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

In Osage, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Osage, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. In Osage, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.8 days and collects up to 36.46" (926mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Osage, in December, during 13.1 snowfall days, 6.14" (156mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Osage, West Virginia, there are 63.1 snowfall days, and 32.32" (821mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Osage, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Osage during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Osage, records 40.6°F (4.8°C), while the low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Osage?

The average relative humidity in December in Osage is 83%.

How much does it rain in Osage in December?

In Osage, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Osage?

In Osage, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Osage?

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

How many hours of daylight does Osage have in December?

In Osage, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Osage?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Osage?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Osage, West Virginia, is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Osage?

The month with the lowest UV index in Osage is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Osage?

In Osage, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Osage, WV

Average temperature in December - Osage, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°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 (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Osage, WV

Average pressure in December - Osage, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Osage, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Osage, WV

Average humidity in December - Osage, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Osage, WV

Average rainfall in December - Osage, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Osage, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Osage, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Osage, WV

Average snowfall in December - Osage, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Osage, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Osage, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Osage, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Osage, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Osage, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Osage, WV

Average UV index in December - Osage, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Osage, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Osage, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Osage, WV

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

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

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