December weather forecast
Sutton, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sutton, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.3°F (5.7°C) and min 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

In Sutton, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Sutton, in December, during 14.1 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sutton, there are 195.1 rainfall days, and 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sutton, West Virginia, are January through May, October through December. In Sutton, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.46" (164mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.6 snowfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:11 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature during December is 42.3°F (5.7°C) and the low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sutton?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sutton, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12 days. Throughout December, 6.46" (164mm) 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 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Sutton, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sutton have in December?

In Sutton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sutton?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Sutton, WV

Average temperature in December - Sutton, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Sutton, WV

Average pressure in December - Sutton, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sutton, WV

Average wind speed in December - Sutton, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Sutton, WV

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Sutton, WV

Average rainfall in December - Sutton, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Sutton, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Sutton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sutton, WV

Average snowfall in December - Sutton, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sutton, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Sutton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sutton, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sutton, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Sutton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Sutton, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Sutton, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Sutton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Sutton, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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