December weather forecast
Whetstone, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Whetstone, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C) and an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). The nights of December in Whetstone anticipate an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Whetstone is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 190.3 rainfall days, and 36.93" (938mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 7.72" (196mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Whetstone, there are 60.4 snowfall days, and 38.62" (981mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Whetstone.
On the first day of December in Whetstone, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Whetstone are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Whetstone in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Whetstone, records 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Whetstone?

In Whetstone, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Whetstone in December?

In December, in Whetstone, West Virginia, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Whetstone in December?

In December, in Whetstone, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 7.72" (196mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Whetstone?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Whetstone?

The average day length in December in Whetstone, West Virginia, is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Whetstone?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Whetstone, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Whetstone?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Whetstone?

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 Whetstone?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Whetstone is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Whetstone, WV

Average temperature in December - Whetstone, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Whetstone, WV

Average pressure in December - Whetstone, 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
Whetstone, WV

Average wind speed in December - Whetstone, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Whetstone, WV

Average humidity in December - Whetstone, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Whetstone, WV

Average rainfall in December - Whetstone, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Whetstone, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Whetstone, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whetstone, WV

Average snowfall in December - Whetstone, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whetstone, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Whetstone, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whetstone, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whetstone, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Whetstone, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Whetstone, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Whetstone, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Whetstone, 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 34).

Average visibility in December
Whetstone, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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