December weather forecast
Yawkey, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Yawkey, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

During the transition into December, Yawkey observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). In the month of December, Yawkey witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Yawkey, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Yawkey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.9 days and collects up to 16.5" (419mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Yawkey are January through April, October through December. In Yawkey, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Yawkey, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.1 days and aggregates up to 8.27" (210mm) of snow.

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 7:26 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Yawkey, 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Yawkey, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Yawkey have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Yawkey, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Yawkey have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Yawkey, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Yawkey, WV

Average temperature in December - Yawkey, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Yawkey, WV

Average pressure in December - Yawkey, 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
Yawkey, WV

Average wind speed in December - Yawkey, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Yawkey, WV

Average humidity in December - Yawkey, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Yawkey, WV

Average rainfall in December - Yawkey, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Yawkey, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Yawkey, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Yawkey, WV

Average snowfall in December - Yawkey, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Yawkey, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Yawkey, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Yawkey, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Yawkey, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Yawkey, WV

Average UV index in December - Yawkey, 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
Yawkey, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Yawkey, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Yawkey, WV

Average visibility in December - Yawkey, 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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