December weather forecast
Burnsville, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Burnsville, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43°F (6.1°C) and an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

December involves a decrease in temperature, down from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). In December, Burnsville experiences a temperature dip to an average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Burnsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.9 days and collects up to 38.19" (970mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Burnsville. In Burnsville, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow. In Burnsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.3 days and aggregates up to 21.93" (557mm) 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 7:22 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Burnsville is 3.9h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Burnsville in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Burnsville are 43°F (6.1°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Burnsville?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Burnsville?

In Burnsville, in December, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Burnsville?

In Burnsville, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Burnsville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Burnsville have in December?

In December, the average day length in Burnsville, West Virginia, is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Burnsville?

On the first day of December in Burnsville, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Burnsville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Burnsville?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Burnsville?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Burnsville is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Burnsville, WV

Average temperature in December - Burnsville, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Burnsville, WV

Average pressure in December - Burnsville, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Burnsville, WV

Average wind speed in December - Burnsville, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Burnsville, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Burnsville, WV

Average rainfall in December - Burnsville, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Burnsville, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Burnsville, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Burnsville, WV

Average snowfall in December - Burnsville, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Burnsville, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Burnsville, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 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
Burnsville, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Burnsville, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Burnsville, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Burnsville, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Burnsville, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Burnsville, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Burnsville, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Burnsville, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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