December weather forecast
Archer, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Archer, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). Archer experiences a mean low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Archer, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Archer, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.6 days and collects up to 39.17" (995mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Archer, during December, snow falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow. In Archer, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.1 days and aggregates up to 24.21" (615mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Archer is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

During December, Archer experiences an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Archer in December?

In Archer, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Archer have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Archer, 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 Archer, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Archer, WV

Average temperature in December - Archer, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Archer, WV

Average pressure in December - Archer, WV
  • 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).

Average wind speed in December
Archer, WV

Average wind speed in December - Archer, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Archer, WV

Average humidity in December - Archer, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Archer, WV

Average rainfall in December - Archer, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Archer, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Archer, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Archer, WV

Average snowfall in December - Archer, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Archer, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Archer, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Archer, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Archer, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Archer, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Archer, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Archer, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Archer, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Archer, 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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