Weather in December in West Virginia
Considering a trip to West Virginia this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in West Virginia in December?
West Virginia is a region in the United States of America. December in West Virginia generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During December, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C in Snowshoe to 12°C in Assateague Island. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C in Assateague Island and -5°C in Snowshoe.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Princeton with an average of 93 mm to high snow/rainfall in Snowshoe with 148 mm.For specific regional insights in West Virginia for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our West Virginia climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in West Virginia?
Morgantown
In December Morgantown generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Fairmont
In December Fairmont generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Harpers Ferry
In December Harpers Ferry generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Wheeling
In December Wheeling generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Triadelphia
In December Triadelphia generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in West Virginia, in the United States of America.
Is December the best time to visit West Virginia?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Morgantown, December may not be the ideal time to visit West Virginia.
Generally speaking, September provides perfect weather in Morgantown. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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