December weather forecast
Silverton, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Silverton, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.2°F (6.2°C) and min 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) to Silverton.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Silverton, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Silverton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.2 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated. In Silverton, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.4 days and aggregates up to 15.91" (404mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January, February 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: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Silverton, West Virginia, in December, during 8.3 snowfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Silverton is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Silverton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Silverton, WV

Average temperature in December - Silverton, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Silverton, WV

Average pressure in December - Silverton, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Silverton, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Silverton, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Silverton, WV

Average rainfall in December - Silverton, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Silverton, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Silverton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Silverton, WV

Average snowfall in December - Silverton, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Silverton, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Silverton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Silverton, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Silverton, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Silverton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Silverton, WV

Average UV index in December - Silverton, 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
Silverton, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Silverton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

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
Silverton, WV

Average visibility in December - Silverton, 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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