December weather forecast
Maxine, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Maxine, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

Maxine's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Maxine records an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Maxine, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Maxine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.4 days and collects up to 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Maxine, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.1 snowfall days, and 14.65" (372mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

During December, Maxine experiences an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°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 calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Maxine, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Maxine, in December, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Maxine have in December?

In Maxine, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Maxine?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Maxine, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Maxine, WV

Average temperature in December - Maxine, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Maxine, WV

Average pressure in December - Maxine, 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
Maxine, WV

Average wind speed in December - Maxine, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Maxine, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Maxine, WV

Average rainfall in December - Maxine, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Maxine, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Maxine, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Maxine, WV

Average snowfall in December - Maxine, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Maxine, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Maxine, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maxine, 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 1min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Maxine, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Maxine, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Maxine, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Maxine, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Maxine, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Maxine, WV

Average visibility in December - Maxine, 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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