December weather forecastShanks, WV
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Shanks, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).Temperature
The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). In Shanks, the December nights cool down to an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).Humidity
In Shanks, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166 rainfall days, and 25.83" (656mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shanks, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.2 snowfall days, and 16.5" (419mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Shanks, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Shanks, WV
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Shanks, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in December
Shanks, WV
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Shanks, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.73").
Average rainfall days in December
Shanks, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Shanks, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 2.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Shanks, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shanks, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Shanks, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Shanks, WV
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Shanks, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Shanks, WV
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, August, September and October (5mi).
