December weather forecastPeterson, WV
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Peterson, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.8°F (6°C) and min 30.9°F (-0.6°C).Temperature
A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). During the nights in December, the temperature in Peterson averages to a subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
In Peterson, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.8 rainfall days, and 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 12.1 days. Throughout December, 5.67" (144mm) of snow is accumulated. In Peterson, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.9 days and aggregates up to 32.17" (817mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Peterson, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Peterson, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Peterson, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Peterson, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Peterson, WV
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Peterson, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 3.5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in December
Peterson, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Peterson, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 5.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Peterson, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Peterson, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Peterson, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Peterson, WV
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Peterson, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Peterson, WV
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
