December weather forecast
Smithers, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Smithers, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and max 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). During December, Smithers records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In Smithers, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Smithers, during December, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 193.3 rainfall days, and 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Smithers, during December, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow. In Smithers, West Virginia, 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 is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Smithers, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Smithers, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Smithers?

In December, in Smithers, the average high-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Smithers?

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

How much does it rain in Smithers in December?

In December, in Smithers, West Virginia, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Smithers?

In Smithers, in December, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Smithers?

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

How many hours of daylight does Smithers have in December?

In December, the average day length in Smithers, West Virginia, is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Smithers?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Smithers, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Smithers have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Smithers is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Smithers?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Smithers?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Smithers, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Smithers, WV

Average temperature in December - Smithers, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Smithers, WV

Average pressure in December - Smithers, 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
Smithers, WV

Average wind speed in December - Smithers, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Smithers, WV

Average humidity in December - Smithers, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Smithers, WV

Average rainfall in December - Smithers, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Smithers, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Smithers, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Smithers, WV

Average snowfall in December - Smithers, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Smithers, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Smithers, 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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Smithers, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Smithers, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Smithers, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Smithers, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Smithers, WV

Average UV index in December - Smithers, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Smithers, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Smithers, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Smithers, WV

Average visibility in December - Smithers, 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).

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