December weather forecast
Shagtown, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shagtown, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and max 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C). Shagtown's temperature lowers to a mean of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

In Shagtown, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Shagtown, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.4 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shagtown, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Shagtown, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Shagtown, 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Shagtown during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Shagtown, is 41.7°F (5.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shagtown?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in Shagtown in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Shagtown in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shagtown?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Shagtown.

How many hours of daylight does Shagtown have in December?

The average day length in December in Shagtown, West Virginia, is 9h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Shagtown?

On the first day of December in Shagtown, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shagtown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Shagtown, West Virginia, is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Shagtown?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shagtown?

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

Average temperature in December - Shagtown, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shagtown, WV

Average pressure in December - Shagtown, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Shagtown, WV

Average wind speed in December - Shagtown, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shagtown, WV

Average humidity in December - Shagtown, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shagtown, WV

Average rainfall in December - Shagtown, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shagtown, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Shagtown, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shagtown, WV

Average snowfall in December - Shagtown, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shagtown, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Shagtown, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 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
Shagtown, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shagtown, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shagtown, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Shagtown, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shagtown, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Shagtown, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Shagtown, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Shagtown, WV

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

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

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