December weather forecast
Summerlee, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Summerlee, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Summerlee observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C). An average minimum temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) is recorded during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Summerlee, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. In Summerlee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.4 days and collects up to 36.97" (939mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Summerlee, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Summerlee, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.9 days and aggregates up to 35.28" (896mm) of snow.

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 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Summerlee, 42.1°F (5.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 30°F (-1.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°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 Summerlee, in December, during 12.3 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is accumulated.

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?

The average day length in December in Summerlee is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Summerlee, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Summerlee, WV

Average temperature in December - Summerlee, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°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 (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Summerlee, WV

Average pressure in December - Summerlee, 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
Summerlee, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Summerlee, WV

Average humidity in December - Summerlee, 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
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Average rainfall in December - Summerlee, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Summerlee, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Summerlee, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Summerlee, WV

Average snowfall in December - Summerlee, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Summerlee, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Summerlee, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Summerlee, 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: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Summerlee, WV

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Summerlee, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Summerlee, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Summerlee, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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