December weather forecast
Minerva, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Minerva, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Minerva's average high-temperature eases from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to a wintry 32.7°F (0.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In Minerva, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Minerva, West Virginia, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Minerva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.7 days and collects up to 26.57" (675mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Minerva, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow. In Minerva, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.3 days and aggregates up to 14.53" (369mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Minerva, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 44.8°F (7.1°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Minerva, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Minerva, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Minerva, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

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

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 intensity in December in Minerva?

In Minerva, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Minerva, WV

Average temperature in December - Minerva, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°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 (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Minerva, WV

Average pressure in December - Minerva, 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
Minerva, WV

Average wind speed in December - Minerva, 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 (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Minerva, WV

Average humidity in December - Minerva, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Minerva, WV

Average rainfall in December - Minerva, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Minerva, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Minerva, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Minerva, WV

Average snowfall in December - Minerva, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Minerva, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Minerva, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December - Minerva, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Minerva, WV

Average UV index in December - Minerva, 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
Minerva, WV

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

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
Minerva, WV

Average visibility in December - Minerva, 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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