December weather forecastLanta, WV
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Lanta, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).Temperature
The shift from November to December includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). The average temperature during December nights is registered at a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C).Humidity
In Lanta, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
In Lanta, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. In Lanta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.9 days and collects up to 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Lanta, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.7 snowfall days, and 19.45" (494mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Lanta, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Lanta, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Lanta, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in December
Lanta, WV
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Lanta, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").
Average rainfall days in December
Lanta, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Lanta, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 3.82"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Lanta, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lanta, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 6min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Lanta, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Lanta, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Lanta, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Lanta, 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).
