December weather forecast
Point Pleasant, WV

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Weather in December

December, the final month of the year, sees Point Pleasant firmly in the clutches of winter. Chill sets in as the temperatures plummet to a minimum of 31.3°F (-0.4°C). Snowfall makes a return, blanketing the city in a white layer, setting a picturesque winter scene. The city receives rainfall on nearly 13 days, contributing to the wintry conditions. Long nights and short daylight hours are a constant reminder that winter is at its peak. Returning to January's conditions, the year comes full circle in Point Pleasant.

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). The average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is witnessed during December.

Humidity

In Point Pleasant, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Point Pleasant, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.2 days and collects up to 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Point Pleasant, in December, during 7.2 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Point Pleasant, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Point Pleasant, 43.2°F (6.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. 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 evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Point Pleasant?

In Point Pleasant, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Point Pleasant, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Point Pleasant have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Point Pleasant, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Point Pleasant?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Point Pleasant is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Point Pleasant, WV

Average temperature in December - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Point Pleasant, WV

Average pressure in December - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Point Pleasant, WV

Average wind speed in December - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Point Pleasant, WV

Average humidity in December - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Point Pleasant, WV

Average rainfall in December - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Point Pleasant, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Point Pleasant, WV

Average snowfall in December - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Point Pleasant, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Point Pleasant, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Point Pleasant, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Point Pleasant, WV

Average UV index in December - Point Pleasant, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Point Pleasant, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Point Pleasant, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Point Pleasant, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, June and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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