December weather forecastMaxwelton, WV
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Maxwelton, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 28°F (-2.2°C) and max 40.8°F (4.9°C).Temperature
The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). Maxwelton in December experiences a low-temperature average of 28°F (-2.2°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.Rainfall
In Maxwelton, in December, during 14.4 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 200.9 rainfall days, and 36.14" (918mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Maxwelton, in December, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 5.35" (136mm) of snow. In Maxwelton, during the entire year, snow falls for 52 days and aggregates up to 27.8" (706mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Maxwelton, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Maxwelton, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 28°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Maxwelton, 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
Maxwelton, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in December
Maxwelton, WV
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and November (79%).
Average rainfall in December
Maxwelton, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 3.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in December
Maxwelton, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Maxwelton, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 5.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.01").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Maxwelton, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Maxwelton, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Maxwelton, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Maxwelton, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Maxwelton, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in December
Maxwelton, WV
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, July and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, August, September, October and December (4mi).
