December weather forecast
Mineral City, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mineral City, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45°F (7.2°C) and min 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). In the month of December, Mineral City records a consistent average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Mineral City, during December, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mineral City, West Virginia, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mineral City are January through May, October through December. In December, in Mineral City, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mineral City, there are 38.9 snowfall days, and 17.48" (444mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Mineral City, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these 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. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Mineral City in December?

In Mineral City, in December, the average high-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mineral City?

In December, the average relative humidity in Mineral City is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Mineral City?

In December, in Mineral City, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mineral City in December?

In Mineral City, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mineral City?

The month with the shortest days in Mineral City, West Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Mineral City?

The average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Mineral City?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mineral City, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mineral City?

In Mineral City, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Mineral City?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Mineral City?

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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mineral City, WV

Average temperature in December - Mineral City, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Mineral City, WV

Average pressure in December - Mineral City, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Mineral City, WV

Average wind speed in December - Mineral City, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Mineral City, WV

Average humidity in December - Mineral City, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Mineral City, WV

Average rainfall in December - Mineral City, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Mineral City, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Mineral City, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Mineral City, WV

Average snowfall in December - Mineral City, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Mineral City, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Mineral City, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 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
Mineral City, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mineral City, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mineral City, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Mineral City, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Mineral City, WV

Average UV index in December - Mineral City, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Mineral City, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Mineral City, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Mineral City, WV

Average visibility in December - Mineral City, 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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