December weather forecast
Beckley, WV

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Weather in December

December ushers in the depth of winter in Beckley. The weather is a mix of cold temperatures, from 30.4°F (-0.9°C) to 42.4°F (5.8°C), and high humidity. Snowfall returns after a long absence and comes in abundance, transforming the city into a winter wonderland. Limited daylight hours enhance the true essence of winter, creating early evenings bathed in soft twilight. Invigorated by higher wind speeds, December commences with the promise of a white, picturesque holiday season.

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). Beckley sees an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Beckley, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 189.8 rainfall days, and 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Beckley. In December, in Beckley, it is snowing for 12 days. Throughout December, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is accumulated. In Beckley, 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 7:21 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, in Beckley, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:16 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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Beckley in December has an average high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Beckley?

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Beckley in December?

In Beckley, in December, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 7.36" (187mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Beckley, the average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Beckley have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Beckley, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Beckley, WV

Average temperature in December - Beckley, 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).

Average pressure in December
Beckley, WV

Average pressure in December - Beckley, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Beckley, WV

Average wind speed in December - Beckley, 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).

Average humidity in December
Beckley, WV

Average humidity in December - Beckley, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Beckley, WV

Average rainfall in December - Beckley, 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").

Average rainfall days in December
Beckley, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Beckley, 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).

Average snowfall in December
Beckley, WV

Average snowfall in December - Beckley, 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").

Average snowfall days in December
Beckley, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Beckley, 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).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Beckley, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Beckley, 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).

Average sunshine days in December
Beckley, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Beckley, 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).

Average UV index in December
Beckley, WV

Average UV index in December - Beckley, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Beckley, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Beckley, 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).

Average visibility in December
Beckley, WV

Average visibility in December - Beckley, 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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