December weather forecast
Alkires Mills, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Alkires Mills, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.8°F (6°C) and min 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) on average during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182.8 rainfall days, and 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Alkires Mills, during December, snow falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.67" (144mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.9 snowfall days, and 32.17" (817mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:22 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Alkires Mills, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. 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 cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature during December is 42.8°F (6°C) and the low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Alkires Mills, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Alkires Mills, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Alkires Mills, in December, during 12.1 snowfall days, 5.67" (144mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alkires Mills have in December?

In Alkires Mills, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Alkires Mills?

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alkires Mills, WV

Average temperature in December - Alkires Mills, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Alkires Mills, WV

Average pressure in December - Alkires Mills, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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).

Average wind speed in December
Alkires Mills, WV

Average wind speed in December - Alkires Mills, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Alkires Mills, WV

Average humidity in December - Alkires Mills, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Alkires Mills, WV

Average rainfall in December - Alkires Mills, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Alkires Mills, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Alkires Mills, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alkires Mills, WV

Average snowfall in December - Alkires Mills, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alkires Mills, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Alkires Mills, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alkires Mills, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alkires Mills, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alkires Mills, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Alkires Mills, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Alkires Mills, WV

Average UV index in December - Alkires Mills, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Alkires Mills, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Alkires Mills, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Alkires Mills, WV

Average visibility in December - Alkires Mills, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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