December weather forecast
Cross Lanes, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Cross Lanes, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

Cross Lanes's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). In December, the temperature in Cross Lanes, West Virginia, drops to an average of 32.5°F (0.3°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Cross Lanes, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.9 rainfall days, and 16.5" (419mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cross Lanes, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 8.27" (210mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Cross Lanes, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Cross Lanes experiences an average high-temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C) and a low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Cross Lanes, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is 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?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Cross Lanes, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cross Lanes, WV

Average temperature in December - Cross Lanes, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Cross Lanes, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Cross Lanes, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Cross Lanes, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Cross Lanes, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Cross Lanes, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Cross Lanes, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Cross Lanes, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cross Lanes, 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
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Average sunshine days in December - Cross Lanes, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Cross Lanes, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Cross Lanes, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Cross Lanes, 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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