Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Throughout the month of December, Peterson reports a steady low-temperature average of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In Peterson, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. In Peterson, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.8 days and collects up to 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Peterson are January through May, October through December. In Peterson, in December, snow falls for 12.1 days, with typically accumulated 5.67" (144mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Peterson, there are 58.9 snowfall days, and 32.17" (817mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Peterson is December, 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
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Peterson during December?
What is the average humidity in December in Peterson?
How many days does it rain in December in Peterson?
How much does it snow in Peterson in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Peterson?
How many hours of daylight does Peterson have in December?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Peterson?
How many hours of sunshine does Peterson have in December?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Peterson?
What is the UV index reading in December in Peterson?
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 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 4min
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).
Peterson, West Virginia, USA
Weather forecast for your location
2. Allow the app to use your location
