December weather forecast
Van, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Van, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Van, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Van, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 183.9 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Van, in December, during 7.9 snowfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Van, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.7 days and aggregates up to 19.45" (494mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Van.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Van are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Van, 44.1°F (6.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.2°F (0.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Van, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 3.82" (97mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Van have in December?

In Van, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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?

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

Average temperature in December - Van, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°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 (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Van, WV

Average pressure in December - Van, 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
Van, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Van, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Van, WV

Average rainfall in December - Van, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Van, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Van, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Van, WV

Average snowfall in December - Van, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Van, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Van, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Van, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Van, WV

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Van, WV

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

Average cloud cover in December
Van, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Van, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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