December weather forecast
Whitmer, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Whitmer, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Whitmer observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to a wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C). December brings Whitmer a consistent average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Whitmer, in December, during 14.9 rainfall days, 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Whitmer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.4 days and collects up to 37.87" (962mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Whitmer, during December, snow falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.01" (178mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 67 snowfall days, and 41.3" (1049mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Whitmer, in December, the average high-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in Whitmer in December?

In Whitmer, during December, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Whitmer?

In Whitmer, in December, during 13.2 snowfall days, 7.01" (178mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Whitmer have in December?

In Whitmer, the average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Whitmer have in December?

In Whitmer, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Whitmer are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Whitmer, WV

Average temperature in December - Whitmer, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°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 (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Whitmer, WV

Average pressure in December - Whitmer, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Whitmer, WV

Average wind speed in December - Whitmer, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Whitmer, WV

Average humidity in December - Whitmer, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Whitmer, WV

Average rainfall in December - Whitmer, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Whitmer, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Whitmer, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whitmer, WV

Average snowfall in December - Whitmer, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whitmer, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Whitmer, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whitmer, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whitmer, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Whitmer, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Whitmer, WV

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

Average cloud cover in December
Whitmer, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Whitmer, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Whitmer, WV

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

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

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