December weather forecastMinerva, WV
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Minerva, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 32.7°F (0.4°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C).Temperature
As November makes way for December, Minerva's average high-temperature eases from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to a wintry 32.7°F (0.4°C) at night.Humidity
In Minerva, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.Rainfall
In Minerva, West Virginia, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Minerva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.7 days and collects up to 26.57" (675mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Minerva, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow. In Minerva, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.3 days and aggregates up to 14.53" (369mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Minerva, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index 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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Minerva, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°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 (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Minerva, 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
Minerva, 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 (4.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Minerva, WV
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Minerva, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").
Average rainfall days in December
Minerva, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Minerva, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 3.23"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Minerva, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Minerva, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 6min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Minerva, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Minerva, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Minerva, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
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
Minerva, 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).
