December weather forecast
Aurora, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Aurora, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Aurora reports a steady low-temperature average of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.7 rainfall days, and 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 7.13" (181mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 72.1 snowfall days, and 33.03" (839mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:19 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Aurora, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Aurora, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Aurora, in December, during 14.5 snowfall days, 7.13" (181mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 Aurora have in December?

In Aurora, the average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Aurora have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Aurora, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Aurora, WV

Average temperature in December - Aurora, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Aurora, WV

Average pressure in December - Aurora, 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
Aurora, WV

Average wind speed in December - Aurora, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Aurora, WV

Average humidity in December - Aurora, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Aurora, WV

Average rainfall in December - Aurora, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Aurora, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Aurora, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Aurora, WV

Average snowfall in December - Aurora, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Aurora, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Aurora, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Aurora, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Aurora, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Aurora, WV

Average UV index in December - Aurora, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Aurora, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Aurora, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
Aurora, WV

Average visibility in December - Aurora, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, September, October and December (4mi).

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