December weather forecast
Clay Junction, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Clay Junction, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Clay Junction observes an average nighttime temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Clay Junction, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 190.3 rainfall days, and 36.93" (938mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 7.72" (196mm) of snow is accumulated. In Clay Junction, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.4 days and aggregates up to 38.62" (981mm) 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 7:23 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Clay Junction, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Clay Junction, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 7.72" (196mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Clay Junction have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Clay Junction?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Clay Junction, WV

Average temperature in December - Clay Junction, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Clay Junction, WV

Average pressure in December - Clay Junction, 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
Clay Junction, WV

Average wind speed in December - Clay Junction, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Clay Junction, WV

Average humidity in December - Clay Junction, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Clay Junction, WV

Average rainfall in December - Clay Junction, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Clay Junction, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Clay Junction, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clay Junction, WV

Average snowfall in December - Clay Junction, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clay Junction, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Clay Junction, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Clay Junction, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clay Junction, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clay Junction, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Clay Junction, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Clay Junction, WV

Average UV index in December - Clay Junction, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Clay Junction, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Clay Junction, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Clay Junction, WV

Average visibility in December - Clay Junction, 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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