December weather forecast
Mitchell Heights, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mitchell Heights, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.7°F (0.4°C) and max 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

A subtle shift in Mitchell Heights's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Mitchell Heights's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mitchell Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.3 days and collects up to 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Mitchell Heights, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.9 snowfall days, and 17.48" (444mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Mitchell Heights, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In Mitchell Heights, 45°F (7.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.7°F (0.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Mitchell Heights, West Virginia, 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 Mitchell Heights, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mitchell Heights, WV

Average temperature in December - Mitchell Heights, 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
Mitchell Heights, WV

Average pressure in December - Mitchell Heights, 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
Mitchell Heights, WV

Average wind speed in December - Mitchell Heights, 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
Mitchell Heights, WV

Average humidity in December - Mitchell Heights, 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
Mitchell Heights, WV

Average rainfall in December - Mitchell Heights, 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
Mitchell Heights, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Mitchell Heights, 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
Mitchell Heights, WV

Average snowfall in December - Mitchell Heights, 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
Mitchell Heights, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Mitchell Heights, 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
Mitchell Heights, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mitchell Heights, 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 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
Mitchell Heights, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Mitchell Heights, 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
Mitchell Heights, WV

Average UV index in December - Mitchell Heights, 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
Mitchell Heights, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Mitchell Heights, 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
Mitchell Heights, WV

Average visibility in December - Mitchell Heights, 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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