December weather forecast
Mountain, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mountain, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). Throughout the month of December, Mountain witnesses an average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Mountain, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mountain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.2 days and collects up to 37.13" (943mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mountain, in December, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.02" (102mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 51.4 snowfall days, and 21.81" (554mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Mountain, the average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Mountain, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Mountain, during December, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Mountain, in December, during 11.1 snowfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Mountain, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Mountain have in December?

In Mountain, the average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mountain have in December?

In Mountain, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Mountain, 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Mountain, WV

Average temperature in December - Mountain, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Mountain, WV

Average pressure in December - Mountain, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mountain, WV

Average wind speed in December - Mountain, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Mountain, WV

Average humidity in December - Mountain, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Mountain, WV

Average rainfall in December - Mountain, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Mountain, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Mountain, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mountain, WV

Average snowfall in December - Mountain, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mountain, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Mountain, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mountain, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mountain, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Mountain, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Mountain, WV

Average UV index in December - Mountain, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Mountain, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Mountain, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Mountain, WV

Average visibility in December - Mountain, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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