December weather forecast
Peterson, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Peterson, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.8°F (6°C) and min 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). During the nights in December, the temperature in Peterson averages to a subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Peterson, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.8 rainfall days, and 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout December, 5.67" (144mm) of snow is accumulated. In Peterson, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.9 days and aggregates up to 32.17" (817mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Peterson, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. 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. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Peterson in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Peterson, is 42.8°F (6°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Peterson, West Virginia, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Peterson, in December, snow falls for 12.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.67" (144mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December in Peterson?

In Peterson, the average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Peterson have in December?

In Peterson, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Peterson?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Peterson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Peterson, WV

Average temperature in December - Peterson, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Peterson, WV

Average pressure in December - Peterson, 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
Peterson, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Peterson, WV

Average humidity in December - Peterson, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Peterson, WV

Average rainfall in December - Peterson, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Peterson, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Peterson, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Peterson, WV

Average snowfall in December - Peterson, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Peterson, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Peterson, 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 4min

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
Peterson, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Peterson, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Peterson, WV

Average UV index in December - Peterson, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Peterson, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Peterson, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Peterson, WV

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

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

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