December weather forecast
Big Sandy, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Big Sandy, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). Big Sandy records an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Big Sandy, West Virginia, is 81%.

Rainfall

In Big Sandy, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Big Sandy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.5 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Big Sandy, West Virginia, are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Big Sandy, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Big Sandy is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Big Sandy during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Big Sandy, is 44.4°F (6.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Big Sandy?

In December, the average relative humidity in Big Sandy, West Virginia, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Big Sandy in December?

In Big Sandy, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Big Sandy?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Big Sandy. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Big Sandy?

In Big Sandy, in December, during 7.8 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Big Sandy?

December has the shortest days of the year in Big Sandy, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Big Sandy?

In Big Sandy, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Big Sandy?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Big Sandy have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Big Sandy?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Big Sandy?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Big Sandy is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Big Sandy, WV

Average temperature in December - Big Sandy, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in December
Big Sandy, WV

Average pressure in December - Big Sandy, 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 (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Big Sandy, WV

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

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

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Average humidity in December
Big Sandy, WV

Average humidity in December - Big Sandy, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Big Sandy, WV

Average rainfall in December - Big Sandy, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Big Sandy, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Big Sandy, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Big Sandy, WV

Average snowfall in December - Big Sandy, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Big Sandy, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Big Sandy, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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
Big Sandy, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Big Sandy, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Big Sandy, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Big Sandy, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Big Sandy, WV

Average UV index in December - Big Sandy, 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
Big Sandy, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Big Sandy, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Big Sandy, WV

Average visibility in December - Big Sandy, 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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