December weather forecast
Prichard, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Prichard, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 45°F (7.2°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

In Prichard, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). Throughout December, Prichard witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.7 rainfall days, and 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Prichard, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.2 snowfall days, and 13.35" (339mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Prichard, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Prichard, in December, during 6.6 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Prichard have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Prichard?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Prichard?

January, February 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Prichard, WV

Average temperature in December - Prichard, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Prichard, WV

Average pressure in December - Prichard, 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
Prichard, WV

Average wind speed in December - Prichard, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Prichard, WV

Average humidity in December - Prichard, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Prichard, WV

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Prichard, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Prichard, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Prichard, WV

Average snowfall in December - Prichard, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Prichard, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Prichard, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prichard, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Prichard, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Prichard, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Prichard, WV

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

Average cloud cover in December
Prichard, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Prichard, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Prichard, WV

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

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

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