December weather forecast
Capito, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Capito, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) in November to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Throughout the month of December, Capito sees a steady low-temperature average of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Capito, during December, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 185.4 rainfall days, and 40.59" (1031mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is accumulated. In Capito, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.4 days and aggregates up to 12.17" (309mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C) respectively. 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 appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Capito, during December, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Capito, in December, during 5.8 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Capito?

In Capito, the average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 Capito, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Capito, KY

Average temperature in December - Capito, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Capito, KY

Average pressure in December - Capito, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Capito, KY

Average wind speed in December - Capito, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Capito, KY

Average humidity in December - Capito, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Capito, KY

Average rainfall in December - Capito, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Capito, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Capito, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Capito, KY

Average snowfall in December - Capito, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Capito, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Capito, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Capito, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Capito, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Capito, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Capito, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Capito, KY

Average UV index in December - Capito, KY
  • 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
Capito, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Capito, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Capito, KY

Average visibility in December - Capito, KY
  • 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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