December weather forecast
Princeton, WV

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Weather in December

December in Princeton, West Virginia is characterized by the full sway of winter. Snowfall increases from the negligible levels of November, surprising locals and visitors alike with a dusting of snow. With the average high temperature dropping to 43.5°F (6.4°C), there's a crisp winter chill in the air. Don't forget to layer up before stepping out, as the average low temperatures tug on the winter coat tops. As the final month of the year, December serves as a cold but captivating end to the city's weather calendar.

Temperature

The onset of December in Princeton brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Princeton in December experiences a low-temperature average of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

In Princeton, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in Princeton, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Princeton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 29.96" (761mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Princeton, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Princeton?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Princeton, is 43.5°F (6.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Princeton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Princeton is 80%.

How much does it rain in Princeton in December?

In Princeton, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Princeton?

The month with the most snowfall in Princeton, West Virginia, is December, when snow falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Princeton?

In December, in Princeton, West Virginia, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 6.18" (157mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Princeton?

The month with the shortest days in Princeton is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

In Princeton, the average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Princeton?

On the first day of December in Princeton, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Princeton have in December?

In Princeton, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Princeton?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Princeton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Princeton is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Princeton, WV

Average temperature in December - Princeton, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Princeton, WV

Average pressure in December - Princeton, 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 (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Princeton, WV

Average wind speed in December - Princeton, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Princeton, WV

Average humidity in December - Princeton, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Princeton, WV

Average rainfall in December - Princeton, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Princeton, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Princeton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Princeton, WV

Average snowfall in December - Princeton, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Princeton, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Princeton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 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
Princeton, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Princeton, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Princeton, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Princeton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Princeton, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Princeton, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Princeton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Princeton, WV

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

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

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