December weather forecast
Madison, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Madison, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). During December, Madison records an average temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Madison, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. In Madison, 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 Madison, in December, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.82" (97mm) of snow. In Madison, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.7 days and aggregates up to 19.45" (494mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Madison.
On the first day of December in Madison, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:07 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 in Madison 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Madison?

The high-temperature, in December, in Madison, is 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.2°F (0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Madison?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Madison in December?

In Madison, West Virginia, 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 Madison?

In December, in Madison, West Virginia, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Madison?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Madison is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Madison?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Madison, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Madison?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Madison, West Virginia, is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Madison?

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 Madison?

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

Average temperature in December - Madison, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Madison, WV

Average pressure in December - Madison, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Madison, WV

Average wind speed in December - Madison, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Madison, WV

Average humidity in December - Madison, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Madison, WV

Average rainfall in December - Madison, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Madison, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Madison, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Madison, WV

Average snowfall in December - Madison, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Madison, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Madison, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Madison, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Madison, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Madison, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Madison, WV

Average UV index in December - Madison, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Madison, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Madison, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Madison, WV

Average visibility in December - Madison, 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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