Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The onset of December is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C).Humidity
January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Palestine, West Virginia, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.8 rainfall days, and 26.77" (680mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Palestine, in December, during 9.2 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 42.5 snowfall days, and 11.97" (304mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Palestine, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.7°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 (23.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Palestine, 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
Palestine, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Palestine, WV
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Palestine, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").
Average rainfall days in December
Palestine, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Palestine, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 1.97"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Palestine, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 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
Palestine, 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: 3h and 5min
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 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Palestine, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Palestine, 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
Palestine, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 60
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
Palestine, 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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