December weather forecast
Zela, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Zela, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

December signals a slight drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). An average minimum temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) is recorded in Zela during the month of December.

Humidity

In Zela, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Zela, during December, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation. In Zela, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190.3 days and collects up to 36.93" (938mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Zela, West Virginia. In Zela, during December, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.72" (196mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 60.4 snowfall days, and 38.62" (981mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Zela is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Zela. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Zela in December?

The high-temperature in Zela, West Virginia, during December is 41.9°F (5.5°C) and the low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Zela?

The average relative humidity in December in Zela is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Zela?

In Zela, West Virginia, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Zela?

In Zela, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.72" (196mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Zela?

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

How many hours of daylight does Zela have in December?

In Zela, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Zela?

On the first day of December in Zela, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Zela have in December?

In Zela, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Zela?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Zela?

In Zela, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Zela, WV

Average temperature in December - Zela, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Zela, WV

Average pressure in December - Zela, 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
Zela, WV

Average wind speed in December - Zela, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Zela, WV

Average humidity in December - Zela, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Zela, WV

Average rainfall in December - Zela, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
Zela, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Zela, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Zela, WV

Average snowfall in December - Zela, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Zela, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Zela, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 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
Zela, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zela, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Zela, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Zela, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Zela, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Zela, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Zela, 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 34).

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Average visibility in December
Zela, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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