December weather forecast
White Sulphur Springs, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in White Sulphur Springs, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C). An average low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in White Sulphur Springs is 83%.

Rainfall

In White Sulphur Springs, in December, during 14.4 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 200.9 rainfall days, and 36.14" (918mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, in December, during 10.2 snowfall days, 5.35" (136mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 52 snowfall days, and 27.8" (706mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

In White Sulphur Springs, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January through March, 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, White Sulphur Springs experiences an average high-temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C) and a low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In White Sulphur Springs, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In White Sulphur Springs, in December, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 5.35" (136mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In White Sulphur Springs, 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
White Sulphur Springs, WV

Average temperature in December - White Sulphur Springs, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in December
White Sulphur Springs, WV

Average pressure in December - White Sulphur Springs, 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
White Sulphur Springs, WV

Average wind speed in December - White Sulphur Springs, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
White Sulphur Springs, WV

Average humidity in December - White Sulphur Springs, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

Average rainfall in December
White Sulphur Springs, WV

Average rainfall in December - White Sulphur Springs, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
White Sulphur Springs, WV

Average rainfall days in December - White Sulphur Springs, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
White Sulphur Springs, WV

Average snowfall in December - White Sulphur Springs, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
White Sulphur Springs, WV

Average snowfall days in December - White Sulphur Springs, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
White Sulphur Springs, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - White Sulphur Springs, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
White Sulphur Springs, WV

Average sunshine days in December - White Sulphur Springs, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).

Average UV index in December
White Sulphur Springs, WV

Average UV index in December - White Sulphur Springs, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
White Sulphur Springs, WV

Average cloud cover in December - White Sulphur Springs, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
White Sulphur Springs, WV

Average visibility in December - White Sulphur Springs, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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