December weather forecast
Vulcan, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Vulcan, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Vulcan's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from November's fresh 54°F (12.2°C) to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Vulcan experiences an average temperature drop to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Vulcan is 80%.

Rainfall

In Vulcan, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.6 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Vulcan are January through May, October through December. In Vulcan, West Virginia, in December, during 6 snowfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Vulcan, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Vulcan is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Vulcan, West Virginia, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Vulcan?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Vulcan during December are 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Vulcan?

The average relative humidity in December in Vulcan is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Vulcan?

In Vulcan, West Virginia, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Vulcan?

In Vulcan, in December, during 6 snowfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Vulcan?

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

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

In Vulcan, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Vulcan?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Vulcan, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Vulcan have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Vulcan is 4.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Vulcan?

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

Average temperature in December - Vulcan, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°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 (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Vulcan, WV

Average pressure in December - Vulcan, 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
Vulcan, WV

Average wind speed in December - Vulcan, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Vulcan, WV

Average humidity in December - Vulcan, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Vulcan, WV

Average rainfall in December - Vulcan, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Vulcan, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Vulcan, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Vulcan, WV

Average snowfall in December - Vulcan, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Vulcan, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Vulcan, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Vulcan, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vulcan, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Vulcan, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Vulcan, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Vulcan, WV

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Vulcan, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Vulcan, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Vulcan, WV

Average visibility in December - Vulcan, 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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