December weather forecast
Lake, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Lake, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.7°F (0.4°C) and an average high of 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

December heralds a minor drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Lake records a mean low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Lake, in December, during 13.7 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.3 days and collects up to 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lake, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.9 snowfall days, and 17.48" (444mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lake.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature during December is 45°F (7.2°C) and the low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 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 Lake?

In Lake, during December, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Lake have in December?

In Lake, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Lake, WV

Average temperature in December - Lake, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Lake, WV

Average pressure in December - Lake, 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
Lake, WV

Average wind speed in December - Lake, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Lake, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Lake, WV

Average rainfall in December - Lake, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Lake, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Lake, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lake, WV

Average snowfall in December - Lake, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lake, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Lake, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • 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
Lake, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Lake, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lake, WV

Average UV index in December - Lake, 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
Lake, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Lake, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Lake, WV

Average visibility in December - Lake, 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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