December weather forecast
Yukon, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Yukon, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

Yukon, West Virginia, in December experiences a gentle temperature dip, with average high-temperatures reducing from a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). Yukon records an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in December.

Humidity

In Yukon, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Yukon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.5 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Yukon, West Virginia.
On the first day of December in Yukon, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Yukon, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Yukon. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Yukon in December?

December temperatures in Yukon, West Virginia, vary between a high-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Yukon?

In Yukon, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Yukon in December?

In December, in Yukon, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Yukon?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Yukon, West Virginia. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Yukon in December?

In Yukon, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Yukon?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Yukon?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Yukon have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Yukon?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Yukon?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Yukon, WV

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Yukon, WV

Average pressure in December - Yukon, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Yukon, WV

Average wind speed in December - Yukon, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

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

Average humidity in December
Yukon, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Yukon, WV

Average rainfall in December - Yukon, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Yukon, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Yukon, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Yukon, WV

Average snowfall in December - Yukon, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Yukon, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Yukon, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Yukon, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Yukon, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Yukon, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Yukon, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Yukon, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Yukon, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Yukon, WV

Average visibility in December - Yukon, 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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