December weather forecast
Zalia, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Zalia, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

As November transitions to December, the average high-temperature falls from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) to an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C). An average low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) is common during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Zalia, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Zalia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.9 days and collects up to 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Zalia. In Zalia, in December, during 11.7 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Zalia, there are 56.5 snowfall days, and 19.41" (493mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Zalia, West Virginia.
On the first day of December in Zalia, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Zalia is 3.5h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Zalia is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Zalia in December?

In Zalia, 39.6°F (4.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 28°F (-2.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), 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 Zalia?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in Zalia in December?

In Zalia, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Zalia?

In Zalia, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Zalia?

The month with the shortest days in Zalia, West Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Zalia have in December?

In Zalia, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Zalia?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Zalia, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Zalia have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Zalia, West Virginia, is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Zalia?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Zalia?

In Zalia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Zalia, WV

Average temperature in December - Zalia, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°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 (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Zalia, WV

Average pressure in December - Zalia, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Zalia, WV

Average wind speed in December - Zalia, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Zalia, WV

Average humidity in December - Zalia, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Zalia, WV

Average rainfall in December - Zalia, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Zalia, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Zalia, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Zalia, WV

Average snowfall in December - Zalia, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Zalia, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Zalia, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zalia, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zalia, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Zalia, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Zalia, WV

Average UV index in December - Zalia, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Zalia, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Zalia, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Zalia, WV

Average visibility in December - Zalia, 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 and February (4mi).

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