December weather forecast
Sharples, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Sharples, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45°F (7.2°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Sharples's weather displays a minor decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). An average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) is recorded during the nights in December in Sharples.

Humidity

In Sharples, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sharples are January through May, October through December. In Sharples, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow. In Sharples, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.9 days and aggregates up to 17.48" (444mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Sharples is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sharples. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Sharples?

In Sharples, 45°F (7.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.7°F (0.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sharples?

The average relative humidity in December in Sharples is 81%.

How much does it rain in Sharples in December?

In Sharples, in December, during 13.7 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sharples in December?

In Sharples, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sharples?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sharples, West Virginia.

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

The average day length in December in Sharples is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sharples?

On the first day of December in Sharples, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sharples?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sharples is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sharples?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sharples?

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

Average temperature in December - Sharples, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sharples, WV

Average pressure in December - Sharples, 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
Sharples, WV

Average wind speed in December - Sharples, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sharples, WV

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Sharples, WV

Average rainfall in December - Sharples, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sharples, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Sharples, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sharples, WV

Average snowfall in December - Sharples, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sharples, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Sharples, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 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
Sharples, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sharples, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sharples, WV

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

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sharples, WV

Average UV index in December - Sharples, 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
Sharples, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Sharples, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Sharples, WV

Average visibility in December - Sharples, 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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