December weather forecast
Clifton, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Clifton, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43°F (6.1°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). During December, the temperature in Clifton tends to dip to an average of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Clifton, in December, during 12.9 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Clifton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.1 days and collects up to 33.03" (839mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Clifton, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In Clifton, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.2 days and aggregates up to 13.62" (346mm) of snow.

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

Sunshine

In Clifton, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Clifton are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Clifton?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Clifton, is 43°F (6.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Clifton?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Clifton?

In Clifton, in December, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Clifton?

In Clifton, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Clifton?

The month with the shortest days in Clifton is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Clifton have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Clifton?

On the first day of December in Clifton, 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 Clifton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Clifton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Clifton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Clifton, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Clifton, WV

Average temperature in December - Clifton, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°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 (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Clifton, WV

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is 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
Clifton, WV

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Clifton, WV

Average humidity in December - Clifton, 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
Clifton, WV

Average rainfall in December - Clifton, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Clifton, WV

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Clifton, WV

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Clifton, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Clifton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Clifton, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clifton, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Clifton, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Clifton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Clifton, WV

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Clifton, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Clifton, WV

Average visibility in December - Clifton, 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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