December weather forecast
Yates Crossing, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Yates Crossing, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and an average low of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C) from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) to Yates Crossing.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Yates Crossing, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Yates Crossing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176 days and collects up to 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Yates Crossing, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated. In Yates Crossing, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.2 days and aggregates up to 14.92" (379mm) 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 7:27 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Yates Crossing, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Yates Crossing. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Yates Crossing, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Yates Crossing, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 Yates Crossing have in December?

In Yates Crossing, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Yates Crossing have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Yates Crossing?

In Yates Crossing, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Yates Crossing, WV

Average temperature in December - Yates Crossing, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Yates Crossing, WV

Average pressure in December - Yates Crossing, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Yates Crossing, WV

Average wind speed in December - Yates Crossing, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Yates Crossing, WV

Average humidity in December - Yates Crossing, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Yates Crossing, WV

Average rainfall in December - Yates Crossing, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Yates Crossing, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Yates Crossing, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Yates Crossing, WV

Average snowfall in December - Yates Crossing, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Yates Crossing, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Yates Crossing, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Yates Crossing, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Yates Crossing, 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: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Yates Crossing, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Yates Crossing, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Yates Crossing, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Yates Crossing, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Yates Crossing, WV

Average visibility in December - Yates Crossing, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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