December weather forecast
Burton, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Burton, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

As Burton enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) of November to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). In the month of December, Burton records a consistent average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Burton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.6 days and collects up to 39.17" (995mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 52.1 snowfall days, and 24.21" (615mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Burton, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Burton. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In Burton, in December, the average high-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Burton, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Burton, in December, during 10.7 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Burton, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Burton have in December?

In Burton, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Burton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Burton, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Burton, WV

Average temperature in December - Burton, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Burton, WV

Average pressure in December - Burton, 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
Burton, WV

Average wind speed in December - Burton, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Burton, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Burton, WV

Average rainfall in December - Burton, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Burton, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Burton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Burton, WV

Average snowfall in December - Burton, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Burton, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Burton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Burton, 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 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Burton, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Burton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Burton, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Burton, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Burton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Burton, WV

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

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

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