December weather forecast
Slab Fork, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Slab Fork, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a minor alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). Slab Fork registers a consistent average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Slab Fork, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 189.8 rainfall days, and 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Slab Fork, West Virginia, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 60.8 snowfall days, and 39.41" (1001mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Slab Fork?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Slab Fork, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Slab Fork, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 7.36" (187mm) 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 Slab Fork have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Slab Fork, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Slab Fork, WV

Average temperature in December - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Slab Fork, WV

Average pressure in December - Slab Fork, 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
Slab Fork, WV

Average wind speed in December - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Slab Fork, WV

Average humidity in December - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Slab Fork, WV

Average rainfall in December - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Slab Fork, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Slab Fork, WV

Average snowfall in December - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Slab Fork, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Slab Fork, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Slab Fork, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Slab Fork, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Slab Fork, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Slab Fork, 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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