December weather forecast
Bancroft, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Bancroft, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). During December, Bancroft experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bancroft, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bancroft, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.9 days and collects up to 16.5" (419mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Bancroft, West Virginia, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bancroft, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.1 days and aggregates up to 8.27" (210mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

Bancroft in December has an average high-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Bancroft, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bancroft, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bancroft have in December?

In Bancroft, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bancroft?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bancroft have in December?

In Bancroft, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bancroft, WV

Average temperature in December - Bancroft, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Bancroft, WV

Average pressure in December - Bancroft, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bancroft, WV

Average wind speed in December - Bancroft, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Bancroft, WV

Average humidity in December - Bancroft, 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Bancroft, WV

Average rainfall in December - Bancroft, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Bancroft, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Bancroft, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bancroft, WV

Average snowfall in December - Bancroft, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bancroft, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Bancroft, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bancroft, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bancroft, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Bancroft, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Bancroft, WV

Average UV index in December - Bancroft, 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
Bancroft, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Bancroft, 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
Bancroft, WV

Average visibility in December - Bancroft, 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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