December weather forecast
Mount Zion, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mount Zion, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and an average high of 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). An average temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Mount Zion, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mount Zion, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.1 days and collects up to 36.3" (922mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mount Zion, in December, snow falls for 10.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.86" (98mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Mount Zion, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

Mount Zion in December has an average high-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in Mount Zion in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Mount Zion, during December, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Zion have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Mount Zion?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

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

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

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 Mount Zion?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Mount Zion, WV

Average temperature in December - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°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 (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Zion, WV

Average pressure in December - Mount Zion, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mount Zion, WV

Average wind speed in December - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Mount Zion, WV

Average humidity in December - Mount Zion, 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 and August (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Mount Zion, WV

Average rainfall in December - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Zion, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Zion, WV

Average snowfall in December - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Zion, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 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 Zion, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Zion, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Zion, WV

Average UV index in December - Mount Zion, 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 Zion, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Zion, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Mount Zion, WV

Average visibility in December - Mount Zion, 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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