December weather forecast
Wardensville, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Wardensville, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). Wardensville observes an average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, in Wardensville, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wardensville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.9 days and collects up to 11.81" (300mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Wardensville are January through March, November and December. In Wardensville, West Virginia, in December, during 3.4 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wardensville, there are 18.9 snowfall days, and 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Wardensville, West Virginia.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Wardensville, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Wardensville?

The high-temperature, in December, in Wardensville, records 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wardensville?

In December, the average relative humidity in Wardensville is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wardensville?

In Wardensville, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Wardensville in December?

In December, in Wardensville, West Virginia, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wardensville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wardensville have in December?

The average day length in December in Wardensville, West Virginia, is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Wardensville?

On the first day of December in Wardensville, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Wardensville?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Wardensville, West Virginia, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Wardensville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Wardensville is 5h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Wardensville?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Wardensville, WV

Average temperature in December - Wardensville, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°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 (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Wardensville, WV

Average pressure in December - Wardensville, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wardensville, WV

Average wind speed in December - Wardensville, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Wardensville, WV

Average humidity in December - Wardensville, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Wardensville, WV

Average rainfall in December - Wardensville, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Wardensville, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Wardensville, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wardensville, WV

Average snowfall in December - Wardensville, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wardensville, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Wardensville, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wardensville, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Wardensville, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Wardensville, WV

Average UV index in December - Wardensville, 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
Wardensville, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Wardensville, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Wardensville, WV

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

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

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