December weather forecast
Clifton, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Clifton, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in December, from November's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). Clifton's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Clifton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.1 days and collects up to 33.03" (839mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Clifton, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.2 snowfall days, and 13.62" (346mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Clifton, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 43°F (6.1°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Clifton, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

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 Clifton have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Clifton?

In Clifton, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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?

In Clifton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. 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 temperature in December
Clifton, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Clifton, WV

Average pressure in December - Clifton, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
Clifton, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Clifton, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Clifton, WV

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Clifton, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Clifton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clifton, WV

Average snowfall in December - Clifton, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clifton, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Clifton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clifton, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clifton, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Clifton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Clifton, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, 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
Clifton, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Clifton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Clifton, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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