December weather forecast
Mountain Mission, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mountain Mission, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). Mountain Mission experiences a mean low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) during December.

Humidity

May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Mountain Mission, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.1 rainfall days, and 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Mountain Mission, in December, during 4.3 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mountain Mission, there are 23.9 snowfall days, and 15.55" (395mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In Mountain Mission, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Mountain Mission, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Mountain Mission, during December, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Mountain Mission have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Mountain Mission, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Mountain Mission, WV

Average pressure in December - Mountain Mission, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mountain Mission, WV

Average wind speed in December - Mountain Mission, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Mountain Mission, WV

Average humidity in December - Mountain Mission, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Mountain Mission, WV

Average rainfall in December - Mountain Mission, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Mountain Mission, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Mountain Mission, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mountain Mission, WV

Average snowfall in December - Mountain Mission, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mountain Mission, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Mountain Mission, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mountain Mission, WV

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mountain Mission, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Mountain Mission, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Mountain Mission, WV

Average UV index in December - Mountain Mission, 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
Mountain Mission, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Mountain Mission, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Mountain Mission, WV

Average visibility in December - Mountain Mission, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and October (5mi).

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