December weather forecast
Wheatland, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Wheatland, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). In Wheatland, the December nights cool down to an average low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Wheatland, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. In Wheatland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.1 days and collects up to 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Wheatland, in December, during 4.3 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wheatland, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.9 days and aggregates up to 15.55" (395mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wheatland in December?

In Wheatland, 43.3°F (6.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Wheatland, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Wheatland, in December, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wheatland have in December?

In Wheatland, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Wheatland is 5.1h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Wheatland, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wheatland, WV

Average temperature in December - Wheatland, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Wheatland, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Wheatland, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Wheatland, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Wheatland, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wheatland, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Wheatland, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Wheatland, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Wheatland, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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