December weather forecast
Ashton, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Ashton, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C). Ashton, during December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

In Ashton, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ashton, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.2 rainfall days, and 35" (889mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ashton, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.5 days and aggregates up to 17.05" (433mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Ashton is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ashton. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Ashton, is 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ashton, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ashton, in December, snow falls for 8.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.27" (83mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ashton have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ashton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ashton?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ashton, WV

Average temperature in December - Ashton, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Ashton, WV

Average pressure in December - Ashton, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ashton, WV

Average wind speed in December - Ashton, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Ashton, WV

Average humidity in December - Ashton, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Ashton, WV

Average rainfall in December - Ashton, 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 (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Ashton, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Ashton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ashton, WV

Average snowfall in December - Ashton, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ashton, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Ashton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ashton, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ashton, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Ashton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Ashton, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Ashton, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Ashton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Ashton, WV

Average visibility in December - Ashton, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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