December weather forecastShelton, WV
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Shelton, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).Temperature
With the commencement of December, Shelton records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from November's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature in Shelton falls to an average of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shelton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.3 days and collects up to 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Shelton, West Virginia. In Shelton, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow. In Shelton, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.1 days and aggregates up to 22.2" (564mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Shelton, West Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December in Shelton, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Shelton, West Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Shelton, West Virginia, are January, February 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: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Shelton, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Shelton, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Shelton, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Shelton, WV
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Shelton, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 3.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in December
Shelton, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Shelton, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 4.17"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Shelton, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shelton, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Shelton, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Shelton, WV
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Shelton, 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 34).
Average visibility in December
Shelton, WV
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).
