December weather forecast
Caretta, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Caretta, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

December heralds a minor drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). An average minimum temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is recorded during the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Caretta, West Virginia, 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 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, in Caretta, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Caretta are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Caretta in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Caretta are 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Caretta?

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

How much does it rain in Caretta in December?

In Caretta, West Virginia, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Caretta?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Caretta?

In December, in Caretta, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Caretta?

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

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

The average day length in December in Caretta is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Caretta?

On the first day of December in Caretta, 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.

How many hours of sunshine does Caretta have in December?

In Caretta, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Caretta?

In Caretta, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Caretta, WV

Average temperature in December - Caretta, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Caretta, WV

Average pressure in December - Caretta, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Caretta, WV

Average wind speed in December - Caretta, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Caretta, WV

Average humidity in December - Caretta, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Caretta, WV

Average rainfall in December - Caretta, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Caretta, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Caretta, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Caretta, WV

Average snowfall in December - Caretta, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Caretta, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Caretta, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Caretta, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Caretta, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Caretta, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Caretta, WV

Average UV index in December - Caretta, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Caretta, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Caretta, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Caretta, WV

Average visibility in December - Caretta, 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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