December weather forecast
War, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in War, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average high of 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). War's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In War, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In War, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.5 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in War, West Virginia. The month with the most snowfall in War is December, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in War?

In War, 44.4°F (6.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in War?

In War, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in War in December?

In War, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in War?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in War in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in War?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in War?

In December, the average day length in War, West Virginia, is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in War?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in War, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in War?

In December, the average sunshine duration in War is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in War?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in War?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
War, WV

Average temperature in December - War, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
War, WV

Average pressure in December - War, 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
War, WV

Average wind speed in December - War, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
War, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
War, WV

Average rainfall in December - War, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
War, WV

Average rainfall days in December - War, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
War, WV

Average snowfall in December - War, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
War, WV

Average snowfall days in December - War, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - War, 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
War, WV

Average sunshine days in December - War, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
War, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
War, WV

Average cloud cover in December - War, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
War, WV

Average visibility in December - War, 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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