December weather forecast
Ansted, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ansted, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 42.8°F (6°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

A subtle shift in Ansted's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). During December, Ansted sees a mean low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Ansted, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.2 rainfall days, and 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ansted. In December, in Ansted, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.4 snowfall days, and 21.34" (542mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ansted, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ansted. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Ansted?

During December, Ansted experiences an average high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and a low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ansted?

In Ansted, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Ansted in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Ansted?

In Ansted, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 9.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ansted?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ansted have in December?

In Ansted, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ansted?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ansted, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ansted have in December?

In Ansted, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ansted?

The months with the lowest UV index in Ansted, West Virginia, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Ansted?

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

Average temperature in December - Ansted, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ansted, WV

Average pressure in December - Ansted, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Ansted, WV

Average wind speed in December - Ansted, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ansted, WV

Average humidity in December - Ansted, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ansted, WV

Average rainfall in December - Ansted, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ansted, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Ansted, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ansted, WV

Average snowfall in December - Ansted, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ansted, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Ansted, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ansted, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ansted, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Ansted, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ansted, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ansted, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Ansted, WV

Average visibility in December - Ansted, 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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