December weather forecast
Mount Carbon, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mount Carbon, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and max 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

As Mount Carbon enters December, the average high-temperature subtly lowers from the a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) of November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). An average minimum temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 193.3 rainfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Mount Carbon, in December, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow. In Mount Carbon, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.1 days and aggregates up to 22.2" (564mm) 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 7:23 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Mount Carbon, the average sunshine in December 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, in Mount Carbon, the average high-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Mount Carbon, during December, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Mount Carbon, in December, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December in Mount Carbon?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Carbon have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mount Carbon, WV

Average temperature in December - Mount Carbon, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Carbon, WV

Average pressure in December - Mount Carbon, 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
Mount Carbon, WV

Average wind speed in December - Mount Carbon, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Mount Carbon, WV

Average humidity in December - Mount Carbon, 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
Mount Carbon, WV

Average rainfall in December - Mount Carbon, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Carbon, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Carbon, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Carbon, WV

Average snowfall in December - Mount Carbon, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Carbon, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Carbon, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mount Carbon, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Carbon, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Carbon, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Carbon, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Carbon, WV

Average UV index in December - Mount Carbon, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Mount Carbon, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Carbon, 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 34).

Average visibility in December
Mount Carbon, WV

Average visibility in December - Mount Carbon, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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