December weather forecast
Sandstone, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Sandstone, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). Sandstone in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sandstone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.3 days and collects up to 25.35" (644mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sandstone, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.1 days and aggregates up to 14.61" (371mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In Sandstone, in December, the average high-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Sandstone, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Sandstone in December?

In Sandstone, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sandstone, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sandstone have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Sandstone, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sandstone have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sandstone is 4.5h.

What is the month 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 reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Sandstone, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Sandstone, WV

Average pressure in December - Sandstone, 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
Sandstone, WV

Average wind speed in December - Sandstone, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Sandstone, WV

Average humidity in December - Sandstone, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Sandstone, WV

Average rainfall in December - Sandstone, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Sandstone, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Sandstone, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sandstone, WV

Average snowfall in December - Sandstone, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sandstone, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Sandstone, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sandstone, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sandstone, 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 months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sandstone, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Sandstone, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Sandstone, WV

Average UV index in December - Sandstone, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Sandstone, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Sandstone, 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 July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Sandstone, WV

Average visibility in December - Sandstone, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and September (4mi).

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