December weather forecast
Austen, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Austen, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's chilly 48°F (8.9°C) to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Austen, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Austen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.6 days and collects up to 37.99" (965mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Austen, in December, during 14.6 snowfall days, 8.74" (222mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Austen, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.1 days and aggregates up to 43.5" (1105mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, in Austen, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Austen?

In Austen, in December, the average high-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Austen, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14.6 days. Throughout December, 8.74" (222mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Austen?

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

How many hours of daylight does Austen have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Austen is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Austen, WV

Average temperature in December - Austen, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Austen, WV

Average pressure in December - Austen, 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
Austen, WV

Average wind speed in December - Austen, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Austen, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Austen, WV

Average rainfall in December - Austen, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Austen, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Austen, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Austen, WV

Average snowfall in December - Austen, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Austen, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Austen, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Austen, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Austen, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Austen, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6 days).

Average UV index in December
Austen, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Austen, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Austen, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Austen, WV

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

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

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