December weather forecast
Sylvester, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Sylvester, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights in Sylvester is a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Sylvester, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 183.9 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Sylvester, West Virginia. In Sylvester, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of snow. In Sylvester, West Virginia, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.7 days and aggregates up to 19.45" (494mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sylvester, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Sylvester in December?

December temperatures in Sylvester vary between a high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sylvester?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Sylvester?

In Sylvester, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sylvester in December?

In December, in Sylvester, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 3.82" (97mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sylvester?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sylvester?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sylvester have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sylvester, West Virginia, is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sylvester?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sylvester?

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

Average temperature in December - Sylvester, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sylvester, WV

Average pressure in December - Sylvester, 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
Sylvester, WV

Average wind speed in December - Sylvester, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sylvester, WV

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Sylvester, WV

Average rainfall in December - Sylvester, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sylvester, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Sylvester, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sylvester, WV

Average snowfall in December - Sylvester, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.82"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sylvester, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Sylvester, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Sylvester, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sylvester, 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 1min

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
Sylvester, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Sylvester, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sylvester, WV

Average UV index in December - Sylvester, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sylvester, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Sylvester, 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 33).

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Average visibility in December
Sylvester, WV

Average visibility in December - Sylvester, 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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