December weather forecast
Tate, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Tate, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). Tate encounters a steady low-temperature average of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Tate, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. In Tate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 195.1 days and collects up to 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Tate. In Tate, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 6.46" (164mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Tate, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.6 days and aggregates up to 34.25" (870mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Tate, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, in Tate, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Tate, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Tate?

In Tate, 42.3°F (5.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Tate?

In Tate, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Tate?

In Tate, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Tate in December?

In Tate, in December, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 6.46" (164mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tate?

The month with the shortest days in Tate, West Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Tate have in December?

In December, the average day length in Tate, West Virginia, is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Tate?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tate, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Tate?

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Tate?

In Tate, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tate, WV

Average temperature in December - Tate, 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
Tate, WV

Average pressure in December - Tate, 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
Tate, WV

Average wind speed in December - Tate, 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
Tate, WV

Average humidity in December - Tate, 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
Tate, WV

Average rainfall in December - Tate, 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
Tate, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Tate, 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
Tate, WV

Average snowfall in December - Tate, 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
Tate, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Tate, 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
Tate, WV

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

Average sunshine days in December - Tate, 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
Tate, WV

Average UV index in December - Tate, 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
Tate, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Tate, 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
Tate, WV

Average visibility in December - Tate, 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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