December weather forecast
Palestine, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Palestine, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). An average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months in Palestine, West Virginia.

Rainfall

In Palestine, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Palestine, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.8 days and collects up to 26.77" (680mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. In Palestine, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.5 days and aggregates up to 11.97" (304mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Palestine, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Palestine is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Palestine, West Virginia, 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 the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Palestine in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Palestine, is 42.1°F (5.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Palestine?

The months with the highest humidity in Palestine, West Virginia, are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December in Palestine?

In Palestine, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Palestine in December?

In Palestine, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Palestine?

In Palestine, in December, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Palestine?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Palestine, West Virginia.

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

The average day length in December in Palestine, West Virginia, is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Palestine?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Palestine?

The average sunshine duration in December in Palestine, West Virginia, is 3.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Palestine?

In Palestine, West Virginia, 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Palestine, WV

Average temperature in December - Palestine, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Palestine, WV

Average pressure in December - Palestine, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Palestine, WV

Average wind speed in December - Palestine, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Palestine, WV

Average humidity in December - Palestine, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Palestine, WV

Average rainfall in December - Palestine, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Palestine, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Palestine, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Palestine, WV

Average snowfall in December - Palestine, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Palestine, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Palestine, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Palestine, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palestine, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Palestine, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Palestine, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Palestine, WV

Average UV index in December - Palestine, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Palestine, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Palestine, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Palestine, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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