December weather forecast
Upper Leatherwood, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Upper Leatherwood, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.9°F (5.5°C) and min 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). In Upper Leatherwood, the December nights cool down to an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Upper Leatherwood, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Upper Leatherwood, 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 Upper Leatherwood, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 7.72" (196mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Upper Leatherwood, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.4 days and aggregates up to 38.62" (981mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Upper Leatherwood are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Upper Leatherwood in December?

During December, Upper Leatherwood experiences an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Upper Leatherwood?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Upper Leatherwood?

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

How much does it snow in Upper Leatherwood in December?

In Upper Leatherwood, 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 Upper Leatherwood?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Upper Leatherwood?

In Upper Leatherwood, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Upper Leatherwood?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Upper Leatherwood, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Upper Leatherwood?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Upper Leatherwood?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Upper Leatherwood?

In Upper Leatherwood, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average temperature in December - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average pressure in December - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average wind speed in December - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average humidity in December - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average rainfall in December - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average snowfall in December - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Upper Leatherwood, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average UV index in December - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Upper Leatherwood, 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
Upper Leatherwood, WV

Average visibility in December - Upper Leatherwood, 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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