December weather forecast
York, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in York, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and max 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). December nights in York, West Virginia, are marked by an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In York, West Virginia, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In York, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.2 days and collects up to 27.56" (700mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In York, West Virginia, in December, during 7.2 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in York, there are 35.5 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in York, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

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 the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in York in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in York, records 43.2°F (6.2°C), while the low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in York?

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

How much does it rain in York in December?

In York, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in York in December?

In York, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in York?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in York.

How many hours of daylight does York have in December?

In December, the average day length in York, West Virginia, is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in York?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does York have in December?

In York, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in York?

In York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
York, WV

Average temperature in December - York, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
York, WV

Average pressure in December - York, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
York, WV

Average wind speed in December - York, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
York, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
York, WV

Average rainfall in December - York, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
York, WV

Average rainfall days in December - York, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
York, WV

Average snowfall in December - York, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
York, WV

Average snowfall days in December - York, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - York, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
York, WV

Average sunshine days in December - York, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
York, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
York, WV

Average cloud cover in December - York, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
York, WV

Average visibility in December - York, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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