December weather forecast
Cleveland, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Cleveland, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

Cleveland's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is observed during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Cleveland, in December, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 195.1 rainfall days, and 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cleveland, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.6 snowfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Cleveland, West Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In Cleveland, in December, the average high-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cleveland?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Cleveland, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 6.46" (164mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cleveland have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Cleveland, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Cleveland, WV

Average pressure in December - Cleveland, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cleveland, WV

Average wind speed in December - Cleveland, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

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 (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Cleveland, WV

Average humidity in December - Cleveland, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

Average rainfall in December
Cleveland, WV

Average rainfall in December - Cleveland, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Cleveland, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Cleveland, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cleveland, WV

Average snowfall in December - Cleveland, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cleveland, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Cleveland, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cleveland, 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
Cleveland, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Cleveland, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Cleveland, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Cleveland, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Cleveland, 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 33).

Average visibility in December
Cleveland, WV

Average visibility in December - Cleveland, 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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