December weather forecast
Shady Spring, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Shady Spring, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 30°F (-1.1°C) and max 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

December indicates a minor shift in the average high-temperature, from November's cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C) in December.

Humidity

In Shady Spring, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Shady Spring, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation. In Shady Spring, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.8 days and collects up to 36.5" (927mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 7.48" (190mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shady Spring, there are 64.5 snowfall days, and 40.55" (1030mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In Shady Spring, 42.4°F (5.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 30°F (-1.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Shady Spring, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.48" (190mm) 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 Shady Spring have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shady Spring have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shady Spring, WV

Average temperature in December - Shady Spring, 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°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Shady Spring, WV

Average pressure in December - Shady Spring, 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
Shady Spring, WV

Average wind speed in December - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Shady Spring, WV

Average humidity in December - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Shady Spring, WV

Average rainfall in December - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Shady Spring, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shady Spring, WV

Average snowfall in December - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shady Spring, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shady Spring, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shady Spring, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shady Spring, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Shady Spring, WV

Average UV index in December - Shady Spring, 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
Shady Spring, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Shady Spring, 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 37).

Average visibility in December
Shady Spring, WV

Average visibility in December - Shady Spring, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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