December weather forecast
Puritan Mines, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Puritan Mines, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

December signifies a gentle decline in Puritan Mines's average high-temperature, easing from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Throughout December, Puritan Mines's nights cool down to an average of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

In Puritan Mines, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Puritan Mines, West Virginia, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Puritan Mines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.6 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Puritan Mines, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow. In Puritan Mines, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Puritan Mines.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, in Puritan Mines, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Puritan Mines, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Puritan Mines?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and a low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Puritan Mines?

In Puritan Mines, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Puritan Mines?

In Puritan Mines, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Puritan Mines in December?

In Puritan Mines, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Puritan Mines?

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

How many hours of daylight does Puritan Mines have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Puritan Mines?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Puritan Mines?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Puritan Mines is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Puritan Mines?

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 in Puritan Mines?

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

Average temperature in December - Puritan Mines, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Puritan Mines, WV

Average pressure in December - Puritan Mines, 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
Puritan Mines, WV

Average wind speed in December - Puritan Mines, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Puritan Mines, WV

Average humidity in December - Puritan Mines, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Puritan Mines, WV

Average rainfall in December - Puritan Mines, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Puritan Mines, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Puritan Mines, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Puritan Mines, WV

Average snowfall in December - Puritan Mines, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Puritan Mines, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Puritan Mines, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Puritan Mines, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Puritan Mines, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Puritan Mines, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Puritan Mines, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Puritan Mines, WV

Average UV index in December - Puritan Mines, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Puritan Mines, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Puritan Mines, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Puritan Mines, WV

Average visibility in December - Puritan Mines, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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