December weather forecast
Pleasant Valley, WV

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Weather in December

December witnesses a prominence of cold weather, with significant snowfall of 5.28" (134mm) in Pleasant Valley. The year concludes with a chilled ambiance encapsulated with festive spirits and snow-coated streets. The transition from November's crisp winds to December’s snowy weather marks the official commencement of winter. The average daylight time reduces significantly, as do temperature levels. Even though January follows with even colder weather, December, too, is synonymous with winter in Pleasant Valley.

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C). Pleasant Valley encounters an average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Pleasant Valley, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182.4 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pleasant Valley, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Pleasant Valley, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 29.09" (739mm) of snow.

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 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Pleasant Valley, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Pleasant Valley, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Pleasant Valley, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Pleasant Valley?

On the first day of December in Pleasant Valley, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pleasant Valley have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average temperature in December - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average pressure in December - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average wind speed in December - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average humidity in December - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average rainfall in December - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average snowfall in December - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pleasant Valley, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average UV index in December - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Pleasant Valley, WV

Average visibility in December - Pleasant Valley, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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