December weather forecast
Palatine, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Palatine, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minute temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). Palatine sees an average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) during December.

Humidity

In Palatine, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Palatine, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.4 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Palatine, West Virginia, are January through May, October through December. In Palatine, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.28" (134mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Palatine is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Palatine?

During December, Palatine experiences an average high-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Palatine?

In December, the average relative humidity in Palatine is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Palatine?

In Palatine, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Palatine in December?

In Palatine, in December, snow falls for 12.2 days, with typically accumulated 5.28" (134mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Palatine?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Palatine, West Virginia.

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

In December, the average day length in Palatine, West Virginia, is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Palatine?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Palatine, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Palatine have in December?

In Palatine, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Palatine?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Palatine?

In Palatine, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Palatine, WV

Average temperature in December - Palatine, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Palatine, WV

Average pressure in December - Palatine, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Palatine, WV

Average wind speed in December - Palatine, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Palatine, WV

Average humidity in December - Palatine, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Palatine, WV

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Palatine, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Palatine, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Palatine, WV

Average snowfall in December - Palatine, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Palatine, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Palatine, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 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
Palatine, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palatine, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Palatine, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Palatine, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Palatine, WV

Average UV index in December - Palatine, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Palatine, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Palatine, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Palatine, WV

Average visibility in December - Palatine, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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