Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Lochgelly's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 82%.Rainfall
In Lochgelly, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lochgelly, there are 183.4 rainfall days, and 36.97" (939mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lochgelly, in December, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.89" (175mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lochgelly, there are 54.9 snowfall days, and 35.28" (896mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Lochgelly, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Lochgelly, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
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. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Lochgelly during December?
What is the average humidity in December in Lochgelly?
How many days does it rain in December in Lochgelly?
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What is the month with the shortest days in Lochgelly?
How many hours of daylight does Lochgelly have in December?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lochgelly?
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When is the lowest UV index in Lochgelly?
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Average temperature in December
Lochgelly, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°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 (23.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Lochgelly, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Lochgelly, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Lochgelly, WV
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).
Average rainfall in December
Lochgelly, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 3.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").
Average rainfall days in December
Lochgelly, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (10.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Lochgelly, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 6.89"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Lochgelly, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lochgelly, 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: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Lochgelly, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Lochgelly, WV
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Lochgelly, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in December
Lochgelly, 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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