December weather forecast
Short Creek, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Short Creek, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 28°F (-2.2°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). December's average low-temperature reading settles at a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Short Creek, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147 days and collects up to 19.57" (497mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Short Creek, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Short Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.4 days and aggregates up to 9.96" (253mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Short Creek is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Short Creek, in December, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Short Creek, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Short Creek, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Short Creek have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Short Creek is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Short Creek, WV

Average temperature in December - Short Creek, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Short Creek, WV

Average pressure in December - Short Creek, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Short Creek, WV

Average wind speed in December - Short Creek, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Short Creek, WV

Average humidity in December - Short Creek, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Short Creek, WV

Average rainfall in December - Short Creek, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Short Creek, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Short Creek, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Short Creek, WV

Average snowfall in December - Short Creek, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Short Creek, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Short Creek, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Short Creek, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Short Creek, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Short Creek, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Short Creek, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Short Creek, WV

Average UV index in December - Short Creek, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Short Creek, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Short Creek, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Short Creek, WV

Average visibility in December - Short Creek, 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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