December weather forecast
Lamar, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Lamar, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and max 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Lamar's average high-temperature eases from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). An average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Lamar is 81%.

Rainfall

In Lamar, West Virginia, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.7 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 5.55" (141mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lamar, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.3 days and aggregates up to 27.09" (688mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min 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 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lamar, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Lamar, is 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lamar, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lamar, in December, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.55" (141mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lamar?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Lamar, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November 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 threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lamar, WV

Average temperature in December - Lamar, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Lamar, WV

Average pressure in December - Lamar, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lamar, WV

Average wind speed in December - Lamar, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Lamar, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Lamar, WV

Average rainfall in December - Lamar, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Lamar, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Lamar, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lamar, WV

Average snowfall in December - Lamar, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lamar, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Lamar, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h 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: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lamar, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Lamar, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Lamar, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Lamar, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Lamar, 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 36).

Average visibility in December
Lamar, WV

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

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

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