December weather forecast
Moorefield, West VA

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Moorefield, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature slightly decreases from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). The average low-temperature, in Moorefield, is 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Moorefield.

Rainfall

In Moorefield, during 6.5 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 91.2 rainfall days, and 6.61" (168mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Moorefield, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.9 snowfall days, and 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 29min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Moorefield, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Moorefield.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Moorefield, West Virginia, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translate into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in December in Moorefield?

In Moorefield, in December, the average high-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). in August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Moorefield?

The months with the highest humidity in Moorefield, West Virginia, are September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Moorefield?

In Moorefield, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Moorefield?

In Moorefield, during December, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Moorefield?

In Moorefield, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Moorefield?

December has the shortest days of the year in Moorefield, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 29min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Moorefield have in December?

In Moorefield, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Moorefield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Moorefield, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Moorefield?

The months with the least sunshine in Moorefield are January and December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Moorefield?

The average sunshine duration in December in Moorefield, West Virginia, is 5.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Moorefield?

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

Average temperature in December - Moorefield, West VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Moorefield, West VA

Average pressure in December - Moorefield, West VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Moorefield, West VA

Average wind speed in December - Moorefield, West VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Moorefield, West VA

Average humidity in December - Moorefield, West VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Moorefield, West VA

Average rainfall in December - Moorefield, West VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.75").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Moorefield, West VA

Average rainfall days in December - Moorefield, West VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Moorefield, West VA

Average snowfall in December - Moorefield, West VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Moorefield, West VA

Average snowfall days in December - Moorefield, West VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.7 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
Moorefield, West VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Moorefield, West VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 29min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 52min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 29min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Moorefield, West VA

Average sunshine days in December - Moorefield, West VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January, November and December (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (18.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Moorefield, West VA

Average UV index in December - Moorefield, West VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Moorefield, West VA

Average cloud cover in December - Moorefield, West VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Moorefield, West VA

Average visibility in December - Moorefield, West VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, April, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).

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