December weather forecast
Samaria, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Samaria, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). An average minimum temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is recorded during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Samaria, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Samaria, 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 December, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Samaria, is 41.7°F (5.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.7°F (-1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Samaria?

In Samaria, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Samaria have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Samaria have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What are the months 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.

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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Samaria, WV

Average temperature in December - Samaria, 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
Samaria, WV

Average pressure in December - Samaria, 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
Samaria, WV

Average wind speed in December - Samaria, 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
Samaria, WV

Average humidity in December - Samaria, 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
Samaria, WV

Average rainfall in December - Samaria, 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
Samaria, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Samaria, 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
Samaria, WV

Average snowfall in December - Samaria, 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
Samaria, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Samaria, 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
Samaria, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Samaria, 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
Samaria, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Samaria, 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
Samaria, WV

Average UV index in December - Samaria, 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
Samaria, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Samaria, 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
Samaria, WV

Average visibility in December - Samaria, 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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