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
December ushers in a minor alteration in Charles Town's climate, with the average high-temperature moving from November's fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature usually rests at a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.1 rainfall days, and 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Charles Town, in December, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow. In Charles Town, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.9 days and aggregates up to 15.55" (395mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.
Sunshine
January, February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Charles Town, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 43.3°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: 30.7°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 (24.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Charles Town, WV
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Charles Town, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Charles Town, WV
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Charles Town, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 2.52"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, July and August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in December
Charles Town, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Charles Town, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 2.8"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Charles Town, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Charles Town, 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: 5h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Charles Town, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Charles Town, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Charles Town, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Charles Town, WV
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September and October (5mi).
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