December weather forecast
Washington Heights, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Washington Heights, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

Washington Heights's weather in December involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from November's fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Washington Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.9 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Washington Heights, in December, during 7.9 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40.7 snowfall days, and 19.45" (494mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In Washington Heights, 44.1°F (6.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.2°F (0.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Washington Heights, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Washington Heights, in December, during 7.9 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Washington Heights have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Washington Heights, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Washington Heights, WV

Average temperature in December - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Washington Heights, WV

Average pressure in December - Washington Heights, 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
Washington Heights, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Washington Heights, WV

Average humidity in December - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

Average rainfall in December
Washington Heights, WV

Average rainfall in December - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Washington Heights, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Washington Heights, WV

Average snowfall in December - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Washington Heights, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Washington Heights, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Washington Heights, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Washington Heights, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Washington Heights, WV

Average UV index in December - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Washington Heights, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Washington Heights, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Washington Heights, WV

Average visibility in December - Washington Heights, 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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