December weather forecast
Pence Springs, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Pence Springs, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.9°F (5.5°C) and min 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). The average low-temperature during December nights is a subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Pence Springs, during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation. In Pence Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.6 days and collects up to 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pence Springs, during December, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 44.3 snowfall days, and 20.67" (525mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Pence Springs are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

During December, Pence Springs experiences an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pence Springs?

In Pence Springs, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Pence Springs, in December, during 8 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Pence Springs, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pence Springs, WV

Average temperature in December - Pence Springs, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Pence Springs, WV

Average pressure in December - Pence Springs, 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
Pence Springs, WV

Average wind speed in December - Pence Springs, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Pence Springs, WV

Average humidity in December - Pence Springs, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Pence Springs, WV

Average rainfall in December - Pence Springs, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Pence Springs, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Pence Springs, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pence Springs, WV

Average snowfall in December - Pence Springs, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pence Springs, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Pence Springs, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pence Springs, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pence Springs, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pence Springs, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Pence Springs, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Pence Springs, WV

Average UV index in December - Pence Springs, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Pence Springs, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Pence Springs, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Pence Springs, WV

Average visibility in December - Pence Springs, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, July, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, August, September and October (4mi).

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