December weather forecast
Mason, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Mason, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 43°F (6.1°C) and min 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). Mason's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mason, West Virginia, in December, during 12.9 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mason, there are 172.1 rainfall days, and 33.03" (839mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Mason. In Mason, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In Mason, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 13.62" (346mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Mason is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Mason, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mason, West Virginia, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
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. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Mason?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mason during December are 43°F (6.1°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mason?

The average relative humidity in December in Mason, West Virginia, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Mason?

In December, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Mason?

In Mason, West Virginia, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mason?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Mason, West Virginia, is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Mason?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mason have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Mason?

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
Mason, WV

Average temperature in December - Mason, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Mason, WV

Average pressure in December - Mason, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Mason, WV

Average wind speed in December - Mason, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Mason, WV

Average humidity in December - Mason, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Mason, WV

Average rainfall in December - Mason, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Mason, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Mason, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Mason, WV

Average snowfall in December - Mason, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Mason, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Mason, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Mason, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mason, 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: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mason, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Mason, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Mason, WV

Average UV index in December - Mason, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Mason, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Mason, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Mason, WV

Average visibility in December - Mason, 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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