December weather forecastBuffalo Creek, WV
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Buffalo Creek, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).Temperature
As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C) at night.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Buffalo Creek, during December, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Buffalo Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.7 days and collects up to 26.26" (667mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Buffalo Creek, in December, during 8.2 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.9 snowfall days, and 12.44" (316mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Buffalo Creek, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Buffalo Creek, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°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 (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Buffalo Creek, 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
Buffalo Creek, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Buffalo Creek, 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
Buffalo Creek, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").
Average rainfall days in December
Buffalo Creek, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Buffalo Creek, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 2.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Buffalo Creek, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Buffalo Creek, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Buffalo Creek, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Buffalo Creek, 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
Buffalo Creek, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Buffalo Creek, WV
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, September and December (5mi).
