December weather forecast
Latrobe, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Latrobe, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cool 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). During December, Latrobe's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Latrobe, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Latrobe, West Virginia, there are 135.9 rainfall days, and 16.46" (418mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Latrobe are January through May, October through December. In Latrobe, in December, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.3 snowfall days, and 8.66" (220mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Latrobe, West Virginia, is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Latrobe are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Latrobe?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Latrobe, is 43.5°F (6.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Latrobe?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Latrobe?

In Latrobe, West Virginia, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Latrobe in December?

In Latrobe, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 5.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Latrobe?

December has the shortest days of the year in Latrobe, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Latrobe have in December?

In Latrobe, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Latrobe?

On the first day of December in Latrobe, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Latrobe have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Latrobe is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Latrobe?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Latrobe?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Latrobe, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Latrobe, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Latrobe, WV

Average pressure in December - Latrobe, 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
Latrobe, WV

Average wind speed in December - Latrobe, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Latrobe, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Latrobe, WV

Average rainfall in December - Latrobe, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Latrobe, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Latrobe, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Latrobe, WV

Average snowfall in December - Latrobe, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Latrobe, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Latrobe, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Latrobe, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Latrobe, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Latrobe, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Latrobe, WV

Average UV index in December - Latrobe, 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
Latrobe, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Latrobe, 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 35).

Average visibility in December
Latrobe, WV

Average visibility in December - Latrobe, 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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