December weather forecastMineral City, WV
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Mineral City, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).Temperature
The start of December involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). Mineral City registers a consistent average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) during December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Mineral City is 81%.Rainfall
In Mineral City, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mineral City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.3 days and collects up to 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Mineral City are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mineral City, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.9 days and aggregates up to 17.48" (444mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December, 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 average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mineral City, 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 18min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
