December weather forecast
Wharncliffe, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wharncliffe, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and an average high of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

Wharncliffe in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 54°F (12.2°C) to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). During December nights, Wharncliffe records an average temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

In Wharncliffe, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Wharncliffe, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.6 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Wharncliffe. In Wharncliffe, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow. In Wharncliffe, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Wharncliffe, 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 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, in Wharncliffe, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Wharncliffe?

In Wharncliffe, 45.1°F (7.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.1°F (0.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wharncliffe?

In December, the average relative humidity in Wharncliffe is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wharncliffe?

In December, in Wharncliffe, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Wharncliffe?

In December, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout December, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wharncliffe?

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

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

The average day length in December in Wharncliffe is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Wharncliffe?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wharncliffe have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Wharncliffe is 4.5h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Wharncliffe?

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

Average temperature in December - Wharncliffe, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°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 (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Wharncliffe, WV

Average pressure in December - Wharncliffe, 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
Wharncliffe, WV

Average wind speed in December - Wharncliffe, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Wharncliffe, WV

Average humidity in December - Wharncliffe, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Wharncliffe, WV

Average rainfall in December - Wharncliffe, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Wharncliffe, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Wharncliffe, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Wharncliffe, WV

Average snowfall in December - Wharncliffe, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Wharncliffe, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Wharncliffe, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Wharncliffe, WV

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Wharncliffe, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Wharncliffe, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Wharncliffe, WV

Average UV index in December - Wharncliffe, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Wharncliffe, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Wharncliffe, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Wharncliffe, WV

Average visibility in December - Wharncliffe, 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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