Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). Throughout December, Shafer's nights cool down to an average of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Shafer, West Virginia, is 84%.Rainfall
In Shafer, in December, during 13.8 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 192.7 rainfall days, and 37.13" (943mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Shafer, during December, snow falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.98" (228mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 81 snowfall days, and 52.36" (1330mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Shafer, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December in Shafer, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Shafer. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Frequently asked questions
Is December cold in Shafer?
What is the average humidity in December in Shafer?
How many days does it rain in December in Shafer?
How many days does it snow in December in Shafer?
What is the month with the shortest days in Shafer?
How many hours of daylight does Shafer have in December?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Shafer?
How many hours of sunshine does Shafer have in December?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Shafer?
What is the UV index reading in December in Shafer?
Average temperature in December
Shafer, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Shafer, WV
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Shafer, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Shafer, WV
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (78%).
Average rainfall in December
Shafer, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 3.58"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").
Average rainfall days in December
Shafer, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Shafer, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 8.98"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Shafer, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shafer, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Shafer, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 8.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Shafer, WV
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Shafer, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in December
Shafer, WV
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September and December (4mi).
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