Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
During the shift to December, Gaston records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). Gaston in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).Humidity
In Gaston, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
In Gaston, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gaston, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.8 days and collects up to 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gaston, in December, during 12.1 snowfall days, 5.67" (144mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Gaston, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.9 days and aggregates up to 32.17" (817mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 3.7h.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 health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Average temperature in December
Gaston, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Gaston, 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Gaston, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Gaston, WV
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Gaston, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 3.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in December
Gaston, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gaston, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 5.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Gaston, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gaston, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gaston, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Gaston, WV
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Gaston, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Gaston, WV
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
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