December weather forecast
Thomas, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Thomas, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) is noted in Thomas during the month of December.

Humidity

In Thomas, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, in Thomas, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Thomas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 192.7 days and collects up to 37.13" (943mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Thomas are January through May, October through December. In Thomas, in December, during 15.5 snowfall days, 8.98" (228mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Thomas, there are 81 snowfall days, and 52.36" (1330mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, in Thomas, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Thomas in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Thomas, is 38.3°F (3.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Thomas?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Thomas?

In Thomas, during December, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Thomas?

In Thomas, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.98" (228mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Thomas?

December has the shortest days of the year in Thomas, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Thomas, West Virginia, is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Thomas?

On the first day of December in Thomas, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Thomas have in December?

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

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

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Thomas, West Virginia, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Thomas?

In Thomas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Thomas, WV

Average temperature in December - Thomas, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Thomas, WV

Average pressure in December - Thomas, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Thomas, WV

Average wind speed in December - Thomas, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Thomas, WV

Average humidity in December - Thomas, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Thomas, WV

Average rainfall in December - Thomas, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in December
Thomas, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Thomas, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Thomas, WV

Average snowfall in December - Thomas, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Thomas, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Thomas, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 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
Thomas, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thomas, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Thomas, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Thomas, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Thomas, WV

Average UV index in December - Thomas, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Thomas, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Thomas, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in December
Thomas, WV

Average visibility in December - Thomas, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September and December (4mi).

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