December weather forecast
Lester, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Lester, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature shows a slight dip in December, from November's fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). During the month of December, the temperature falls to an average of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Lester is 81%.

Rainfall

In Lester, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.8 days and collects up to 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lester, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow. In Lester, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.8 days and aggregates up to 39.41" (1001mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, in Lester, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lester, West Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lester. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Lester in December?

In Lester, 42.4°F (5.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lester?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lester?

In Lester, West Virginia, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Lester?

In Lester, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lester?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lester have in December?

In Lester, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lester?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lester, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lester?

In Lester, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Lester?

In Lester, West Virginia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lester, WV

Average temperature in December - Lester, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lester, WV

Average pressure in December - Lester, 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
Lester, WV

Average wind speed in December - Lester, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lester, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lester, WV

Average rainfall in December - Lester, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lester, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Lester, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lester, WV

Average snowfall in December - Lester, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lester, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Lester, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 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
Lester, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lester, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lester, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Lester, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lester, WV

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Lester, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Lester, WV

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

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

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