December weather forecast
Sanderson, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Sanderson, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in December, from November's fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). In Sanderson, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Sanderson, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sanderson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.4 days and collects up to 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sanderson are January through May, October through December. In Sanderson, in December, during 9.2 snowfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sanderson.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Sanderson, West Virginia, is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sanderson are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Sanderson during December?

December temperatures in Sanderson, West Virginia, vary between a high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sanderson?

In Sanderson, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Sanderson in December?

In December, in Sanderson, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sanderson?

In Sanderson, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 9.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sanderson?

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

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

In Sanderson, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sanderson?

On the first day of December in Sanderson, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sanderson have in December?

In Sanderson, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

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

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sanderson, West Virginia.

How high is the UV index in December in Sanderson?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Sanderson, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sanderson, WV

Average temperature in December - Sanderson, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°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 (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sanderson, WV

Average pressure in December - Sanderson, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sanderson, WV

Average wind speed in December - Sanderson, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sanderson, WV

Average humidity in December - Sanderson, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sanderson, WV

Average rainfall in December - Sanderson, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sanderson, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Sanderson, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sanderson, WV

Average snowfall in December - Sanderson, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sanderson, WV

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 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
Sanderson, WV

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

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sanderson, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Sanderson, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sanderson, WV

Average UV index in December - Sanderson, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sanderson, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Sanderson, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Sanderson, WV

Average visibility in December - Sanderson, 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).

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