December weather forecast
Sharon, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sharon, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and max 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). Sharon records an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Sharon, during December, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 193.3 rainfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sharon, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.1 days and aggregates up to 22.2" (564mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Sharon is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sharon are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

During December, Sharon experiences an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Sharon, during December, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sharon, in December, during 8.7 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 Sharon have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sharon have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sharon?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Sharon, WV

Average temperature in December - Sharon, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Sharon, WV

Average pressure in December - Sharon, 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
Sharon, WV

Average wind speed in December - Sharon, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Sharon, WV

Average humidity in December - Sharon, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Sharon, WV

Average rainfall in December - Sharon, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Sharon, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Sharon, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sharon, WV

Average snowfall in December - Sharon, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sharon, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Sharon, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sharon, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sharon, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Sharon, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Sharon, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Sharon, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Sharon, 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 34).

Average visibility in December
Sharon, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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