December weather forecast
Gassaway, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gassaway, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and max 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). An average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Gassaway, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. In Gassaway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 195.1 days and collects up to 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gassaway, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 6.46" (164mm) of snow. In Gassaway, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 34.25" (870mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gassaway.
On the first day of December in Gassaway, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Gassaway 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Gassaway?

December temperatures in Gassaway, West Virginia, vary between a high-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and a low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gassaway?

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

How much does it rain in Gassaway in December?

In Gassaway, in December, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Gassaway in December?

In Gassaway, in December, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gassaway?

December has the shortest days of the year in Gassaway, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Gassaway is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gassaway?

On the first day of December in Gassaway, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gassaway have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Gassaway, West Virginia, is 4.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Gassaway?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gassaway, WV

Average temperature in December - Gassaway, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gassaway, WV

Average pressure in December - Gassaway, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gassaway, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gassaway, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gassaway, WV

Average rainfall in December - Gassaway, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gassaway, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Gassaway, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gassaway, WV

Average snowfall in December - Gassaway, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gassaway, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Gassaway, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gassaway, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Gassaway, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gassaway, WV

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Gassaway, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Gassaway, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Gassaway, WV

Average visibility in December - Gassaway, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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