December weather forecast
Buffalo, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Buffalo, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average high of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). Buffalo observes an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) during December.

Humidity

In Buffalo, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Buffalo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.2 days and collects up to 35" (889mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Buffalo, West Virginia. In December, in Buffalo, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Buffalo, there are 41.5 snowfall days, and 17.05" (433mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Buffalo, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Buffalo, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Buffalo, West Virginia, 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Buffalo during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Buffalo, records 43.3°F (6.3°C), while the low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Buffalo?

The average relative humidity in December in Buffalo is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Buffalo?

In December, in Buffalo, West Virginia, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Buffalo in December?

In Buffalo, in December, during 8.6 snowfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Buffalo?

The month with the shortest days in Buffalo is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Buffalo have in December?

The average day length in December in Buffalo is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Buffalo?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Buffalo, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Buffalo have in December?

In Buffalo, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Buffalo?

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 Buffalo?

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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Buffalo, WV

Average temperature in December - Buffalo, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°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 (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Buffalo, WV

Average pressure in December - Buffalo, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Buffalo, WV

Average wind speed in December - Buffalo, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Buffalo, WV

Average humidity in December - Buffalo, 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 (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Buffalo, WV

Average rainfall in December - Buffalo, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Buffalo, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Buffalo, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Buffalo, WV

Average snowfall in December - Buffalo, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.27"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Buffalo, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Buffalo, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 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
Buffalo, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buffalo, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Buffalo, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Buffalo, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Buffalo, WV

Average UV index in December - Buffalo, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Buffalo, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Buffalo, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Buffalo, WV

Average visibility in December - Buffalo, 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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