December weather forecast
Stanaford, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Stanaford, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average high of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Stanaford, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Stanaford, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.8 days and collects up to 36.5" (927mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Stanaford, in December, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 7.48" (190mm) of snow. In Stanaford, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.5 days and aggregates up to 40.55" (1030mm) 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 December in Stanaford, 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.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Stanaford 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Stanaford, is 42.4°F (5.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Stanaford, West Virginia, in December, during 13.3 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Stanaford, in December, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and 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 long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Stanaford, WV

Average temperature in December - Stanaford, 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
Stanaford, WV

Average pressure in December - Stanaford, 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
Stanaford, WV

Average wind speed in December - Stanaford, 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
Stanaford, WV

Average humidity in December - Stanaford, 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
Stanaford, WV

Average rainfall in December - Stanaford, 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
Stanaford, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Stanaford, 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
Stanaford, WV

Average snowfall in December - Stanaford, 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
Stanaford, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Stanaford, 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
Stanaford, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stanaford, 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
Stanaford, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Stanaford, 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
Stanaford, WV

Average UV index in December - Stanaford, 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
Stanaford, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Stanaford, 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
Stanaford, WV

Average visibility in December - Stanaford, 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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