December weather forecast
Lead Mine, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Lead Mine, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.2°F (4°C) and min 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Lead Mine's weather displays a minor decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C) to a wintry 39.2°F (4°C). In December, the temperature in Lead Mine drops to an average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, in Lead Mine, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lead Mine, West Virginia, there are 194.8 rainfall days, and 37.2" (945mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lead Mine, in December, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.89" (175mm) of snow. In Lead Mine, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.8 days and aggregates up to 38.74" (984mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lead Mine.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lead Mine in December?

During December, Lead Mine experiences an average high-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) and a low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lead Mine?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lead Mine, West Virginia, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Lead Mine in December?

In December, in Lead Mine, West Virginia, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lead Mine in December?

In Lead Mine, during December, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.89" (175mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lead Mine?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lead Mine.

What is the average length of the day in December in Lead Mine?

In December, the average day length in Lead Mine is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lead Mine?

On the first day of December in Lead Mine, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lead Mine?

The average sunshine duration in December in Lead Mine is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lead Mine?

The months with the lowest UV index in Lead Mine, West Virginia, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Lead Mine?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lead Mine, WV

Average temperature in December - Lead Mine, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lead Mine, WV

Average pressure in December - Lead Mine, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Lead Mine, WV

Average wind speed in December - Lead Mine, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lead Mine, WV

Average humidity in December - Lead Mine, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lead Mine, WV

Average rainfall in December - Lead Mine, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lead Mine, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Lead Mine, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lead Mine, WV

Average snowfall in December - Lead Mine, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lead Mine, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Lead Mine, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 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
Lead Mine, WV

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lead Mine, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Lead Mine, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lead Mine, WV

Average UV index in December - Lead Mine, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lead Mine, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Lead Mine, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in December
Lead Mine, WV

Average visibility in December - Lead Mine, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (4mi).

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