December weather forecast
Ardel, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Ardel, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.2°F (6.8°C) and min 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). An average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) marks the nights in Ardel throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ardel, in December, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ardel, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.7 days and collects up to 26.26" (667mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.9 snowfall days, and 12.44" (316mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ardel.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, in Ardel, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Ardel 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. 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 Ardel in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ardel, records 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ardel?

In December, the average relative humidity in Ardel, West Virginia, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ardel?

In Ardel, during December, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ardel in December?

In Ardel, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ardel?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ardel have in December?

In December, the average day length in Ardel is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ardel?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ardel, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ardel?

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ardel?

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

Average temperature in December - Ardel, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ardel, WV

Average pressure in December - Ardel, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ardel, WV

Average wind speed in December - Ardel, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ardel, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ardel, WV

Average rainfall in December - Ardel, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ardel, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Ardel, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ardel, WV

Average snowfall in December - Ardel, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ardel, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Ardel, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11 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
Ardel, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ardel, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ardel, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Ardel, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ardel, WV

Average UV index in December - Ardel, 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
Ardel, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Ardel, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Ardel, WV

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

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

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