December weather forecast
Valley Grove, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Valley Grove, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.7°F (4.3°C) and min 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). In Valley Grove, an average low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Valley Grove, in December, during 9.1 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Valley Grove, there are 147 rainfall days, and 19.57" (497mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Valley Grove. In Valley Grove, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 9.96" (253mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Valley Grove, is 39.7°F (4.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Valley Grove have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Valley Grove?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Valley Grove, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Valley Grove?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Valley Grove, WV

Average temperature in December - Valley Grove, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Valley Grove, WV

Average pressure in December - Valley Grove, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Valley Grove, WV

Average wind speed in December - Valley Grove, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Valley Grove, WV

Average humidity in December - Valley Grove, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Valley Grove, WV

Average rainfall in December - Valley Grove, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Valley Grove, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Valley Grove, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Valley Grove, WV

Average snowfall in December - Valley Grove, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Valley Grove, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Valley Grove, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Valley Grove, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Valley Grove, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h 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: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Valley Grove, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Valley Grove, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Valley Grove, WV

Average UV index in December - Valley Grove, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Valley Grove, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Valley Grove, 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
Valley Grove, WV

Average visibility in December - Valley Grove, 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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