December weather forecast
Princewick, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Princewick, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

Princewick's transition into December involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). An average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

In Princewick, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Princewick, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Princewick, there are 187.4 rainfall days, and 35.39" (899mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 7.95" (202mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 63.4 snowfall days, and 40.04" (1017mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Princewick.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Princewick, West Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Princewick, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Princewick?

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Princewick, in December, during 12.9 snowfall days, 7.95" (202mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Princewick?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Princewick have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

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 in Princewick?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Princewick, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°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 (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Princewick, WV

Average pressure in December - Princewick, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Princewick, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Princewick, WV

Average humidity in December - Princewick, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Princewick, WV

Average rainfall in December - Princewick, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Princewick, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Princewick, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Princewick, WV

Average snowfall in December - Princewick, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Princewick, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Princewick, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Princewick, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Princewick, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Princewick, WV

Average UV index in December - Princewick, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Princewick, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Princewick, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Princewick, WV

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

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

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