December weather forecast
Saint Albans, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Saint Albans, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.5°F (0.3°C) and max 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). Throughout December nights, Saint Albans experiences a consistent temperature average of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

In Saint Albans, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Saint Albans, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saint Albans, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.9 days and collects up to 16.5" (419mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 8.27" (210mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In December, in Saint Albans, the average high-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Saint Albans, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Saint Albans, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) 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 Saint Albans have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Saint Albans, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint Albans have in December?

In Saint Albans, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is 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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Saint Albans, WV

Average temperature in December - Saint Albans, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Albans, WV

Average pressure in December - Saint Albans, 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
Saint Albans, WV

Average wind speed in December - Saint Albans, 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 (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint Albans, WV

Average humidity in December - Saint Albans, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint Albans, WV

Average rainfall in December - Saint Albans, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Albans, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Albans, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Albans, WV

Average snowfall in December - Saint Albans, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Albans, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Albans, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 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
Saint Albans, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Albans, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Albans, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Albans, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Albans, WV

Average UV index in December - Saint Albans, 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
Saint Albans, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Albans, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Saint Albans, WV

Average visibility in December - Saint Albans, 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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