December weather forecast
Queen Shoals, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Queen Shoals, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

Queen Shoals's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) is witnessed throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.4 rainfall days, and 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Queen Shoals, during December, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Queen Shoals. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In Queen Shoals, 43.7°F (6.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.4°F (0.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Queen Shoals, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Queen Shoals, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Queen Shoals have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Queen Shoals, WV

Average temperature in December - Queen Shoals, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Queen Shoals, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Queen Shoals, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Queen Shoals, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Queen Shoals, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Queen Shoals, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Queen Shoals, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Queen Shoals, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.51").
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 - Queen Shoals, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Queen Shoals, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Queen Shoals, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Queen Shoals, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Queen Shoals, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Queen Shoals, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Queen Shoals, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Queen Shoals, 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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