December weather forecast
Cascade, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cascade, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.6°F (4.8°C) and min 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

In Cascade, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cascade, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.8 days and collects up to 36.46" (926mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Cascade, in December, during 13.1 snowfall days, 6.14" (156mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Cascade, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.1 days and aggregates up to 32.32" (821mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Cascade is 3.8h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', '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 Cascade, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cascade, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Cascade, in December, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cascade?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cascade have in December?

In Cascade, the average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:55 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 Cascade, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Cascade is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Cascade, WV

Average temperature in December - Cascade, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Cascade, WV

Average pressure in December - Cascade, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cascade, WV

Average wind speed in December - Cascade, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Cascade, WV

Average humidity in December - Cascade, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

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

Average rainfall in December
Cascade, WV

Average rainfall in December - Cascade, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Cascade, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Cascade, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cascade, WV

Average snowfall in December - Cascade, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cascade, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Cascade, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cascade, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cascade, WV

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Cascade, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Cascade, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Cascade, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Cascade, WV

Average visibility in December - Cascade, 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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