December weather forecast
Tristan, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tristan, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). An average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Tristan, during December, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 186.1 rainfall days, and 36.3" (922mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Tristan, during December, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow. In Tristan, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.8 days and aggregates up to 20.04" (509mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Tristan.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Tristan is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature during December is 43.2°F (6.2°C) and the low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated 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 Tristan, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Tristan, during December, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tristan?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Tristan have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Tristan?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

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

January, February 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tristan, WV

Average temperature in December - Tristan, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°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 (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Tristan, WV

Average pressure in December - Tristan, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tristan, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Tristan, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Tristan, WV

Average rainfall in December - Tristan, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Tristan, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Tristan, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tristan, WV

Average snowfall in December - Tristan, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tristan, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Tristan, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 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
Tristan, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tristan, 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 0min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tristan, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Tristan, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Tristan, WV

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

Average cloud cover in December
Tristan, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Tristan, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

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
Tristan, WV

Average visibility in December - Tristan, 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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