December weather forecastShannondale, WV
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Shannondale, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).Temperature
The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C) at night.Humidity
May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shannondale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.1 days and collects up to 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Shannondale are January through May, November and December. In Shannondale, in December, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 23.9 snowfall days, and 15.55" (395mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.
Sunshine
January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Shannondale are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Shannondale, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Shannondale, 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
Shannondale, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Shannondale, WV
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Shannondale, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 2.52"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in December
Shannondale, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Shannondale, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 2.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Shannondale, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shannondale, 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, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Shannondale, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Shannondale, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Shannondale, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Shannondale, WV
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and October (5mi).
