December weather forecast
Maben, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Maben, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

Maben records a mild change in average high-temperature during December, easing from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). In Maben, in December, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Maben, West Virginia, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Maben, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.7 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Maben, in December, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.55" (141mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.3 snowfall days, and 27.09" (688mm) 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 7:22 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Maben are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Maben, is 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.7°F (-0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Maben, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Maben, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 5.55" (141mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Maben have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Maben, WV

Average temperature in December - Maben, 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
Maben, WV

Average pressure in December - Maben, 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
Maben, WV

Average wind speed in December - Maben, 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
Maben, WV

Average humidity in December - Maben, 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
Maben, WV

Average rainfall in December - Maben, 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
Maben, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Maben, 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
Maben, WV

Average snowfall in December - Maben, 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
Maben, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Maben, 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
Maben, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maben, 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
Maben, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Maben, 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
Maben, WV

Average UV index in December - Maben, 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
Maben, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Maben, 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
Maben, WV

Average visibility in December - Maben, 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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