December weather forecast
Stephenson, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Stephenson, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and max 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Throughout December, Stephenson witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Stephenson, there are 180.7 rainfall days, and 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Stephenson are January through May, October through December. In Stephenson, in December, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.55" (141mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Stephenson, West Virginia, there are 50.3 snowfall days, and 27.09" (688mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Stephenson, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Stephenson 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Stephenson in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Stephenson, is 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Stephenson?

The average relative humidity in December in Stephenson, West Virginia, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Stephenson in December?

In Stephenson, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Stephenson in December?

In December, in Stephenson, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 5.55" (141mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stephenson?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Stephenson have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Stephenson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Stephenson, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stephenson have in December?

In Stephenson, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Stephenson?

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 reading in December in Stephenson?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Stephenson, WV

Average temperature in December - Stephenson, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°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 (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Stephenson, WV

Average pressure in December - Stephenson, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Stephenson, WV

Average wind speed in December - Stephenson, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Stephenson, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Stephenson, WV

Average rainfall in December - Stephenson, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Stephenson, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Stephenson, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stephenson, WV

Average snowfall in December - Stephenson, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stephenson, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Stephenson, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stephenson, 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stephenson, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Stephenson, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Stephenson, WV

Average UV index in December - Stephenson, 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
Stephenson, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Stephenson, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Stephenson, WV

Average visibility in December - Stephenson, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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