December weather forecastBallard, WV
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Ballard, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).Temperature
The beginning of December brings a minor change in the average high-temperature, shifting from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). During the nights in December, Ballard experiences a consistent average temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 23.5" (597mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Ballard, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 13.46" (342mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Ballard, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Ballard, 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
Ballard, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in December
Ballard, WV
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Ballard, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").
Average rainfall days in December
Ballard, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Ballard, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 2.36"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Ballard, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ballard, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 54min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ballard, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Ballard, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Ballard, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 53
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in December
Ballard, WV
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (4mi).
