December weather forecast
Schrader, WV

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Throughout December, Schrader encounters an average temperature drop to a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Schrader, in December, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.53" (115mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Schrader, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.4°F (0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Schrader, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Schrader, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.53" (115mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December in Schrader?

In Schrader, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Schrader?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Schrader have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Schrader, WV

Average temperature in December - Schrader, 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
Schrader, WV

Average pressure in December - Schrader, 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
Schrader, WV

Average wind speed in December - Schrader, 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
Schrader, WV

Average humidity in December - Schrader, 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
Schrader, WV

Average rainfall in December - Schrader, 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
Schrader, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Schrader, 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
Schrader, WV

Average snowfall in December - Schrader, 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
Schrader, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Schrader, 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
Schrader, WV

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

Average sunshine days in December - Schrader, 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
Schrader, WV

Average UV index in December - Schrader, 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
Schrader, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Schrader, 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
Schrader, WV

Average visibility in December - Schrader, 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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