December weather forecastSalt Rock, WV
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Salt Rock, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.4°F (6.9°C) and min 32.7°F (0.4°C).Temperature
The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). In Salt Rock, in December, the average low-temperature is a cold 32.7°F (0.4°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Salt Rock, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176 rainfall days, and 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Salt Rock, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow. In Salt Rock, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.2 days and aggregates up to 14.92" (379mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Salt Rock, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Salt Rock, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Salt Rock, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Salt Rock, 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 (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Salt Rock, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Salt Rock, WV
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Salt Rock, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 3.15"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in December
Salt Rock, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Salt Rock, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 2.99"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Salt Rock, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Salt Rock, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Salt Rock, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Salt Rock, 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Salt Rock, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Salt Rock, WV
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
