December weather forecast
West Columbia, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in West Columbia, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 43°F (6.1°C) and min 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C). During December, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Columbia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.1 days and collects up to 33.03" (839mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in West Columbia, West Virginia. In West Columbia, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In West Columbia, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 13.62" (346mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in West Columbia, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in West Columbia, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in West Columbia. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in West Columbia in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) and a low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Columbia?

The average relative humidity in December in West Columbia is 81%.

How much does it rain in West Columbia in December?

In West Columbia, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in West Columbia?

In West Columbia, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Columbia?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in West Columbia, West Virginia.

What is the average length of the day in December in West Columbia?

The average day length in December in West Columbia is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in West Columbia?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Columbia, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Columbia have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in West Columbia, West Virginia, is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in West Columbia?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in West Columbia?

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

Average temperature in December - West Columbia, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
West Columbia, WV

Average pressure in December - West Columbia, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Columbia, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
West Columbia, WV

Average humidity in December - West Columbia, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
West Columbia, WV

Average rainfall in December - West Columbia, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
West Columbia, WV

Average rainfall days in December - West Columbia, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Columbia, WV

Average snowfall in December - West Columbia, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Columbia, WV

Average snowfall days in December - West Columbia, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Columbia, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Columbia, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Columbia, WV

Average sunshine days in December - West Columbia, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
West Columbia, WV

Average UV index in December - West Columbia, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
West Columbia, WV

Average cloud cover in December - West Columbia, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
West Columbia, WV

Average visibility in December - West Columbia, 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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