December weather forecast
Mineral City, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Mineral City, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). Mineral City registers a consistent average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Mineral City is 81%.

Rainfall

In Mineral City, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mineral City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.3 days and collects up to 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mineral City are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mineral City, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.9 days and aggregates up to 17.48" (444mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mineral City in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and a low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Mineral City, in December, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Mineral City, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically 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 Mineral City have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 Mineral City have in December?

In Mineral City, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mineral City, WV

Average temperature in December - Mineral City, 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
Mineral City, WV

Average pressure in December - Mineral City, 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
Mineral City, WV

Average wind speed in December - Mineral City, 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
Mineral City, WV

Average humidity in December - Mineral City, 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
Mineral City, WV

Average rainfall in December - Mineral City, 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
Mineral City, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Mineral City, 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
Mineral City, WV

Average snowfall in December - Mineral City, 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
Mineral City, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Mineral City, 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
Mineral City, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mineral City, 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 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
Mineral City, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Mineral City, 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
Mineral City, WV

Average UV index in December - Mineral City, 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
Mineral City, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Mineral City, 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
Mineral City, WV

Average visibility in December - Mineral City, 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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