December weather forecast
Stark, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Stark, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

December implies a soft temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). In December, the temperature drops to an average of 32.2°F (0.1°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Stark is 81%.

Rainfall

In Stark, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Stark, there are 183.9 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Stark. In Stark, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow. In Stark, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.7 days and aggregates up to 19.45" (494mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Stark, West Virginia, 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 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Stark, is 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Stark, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Stark, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stark have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Stark, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Stark, WV

Average temperature in December - Stark, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Stark, WV

Average pressure in December - Stark, 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
Stark, WV

Average wind speed in December - Stark, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Stark, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Stark, WV

Average rainfall in December - Stark, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Stark, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Stark, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stark, WV

Average snowfall in December - Stark, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stark, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Stark, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stark, 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 1min

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
Stark, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Stark, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Stark, WV

Average UV index in December - Stark, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Stark, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Stark, 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 33).

Average visibility in December
Stark, WV

Average visibility in December - Stark, 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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