December weather forecast
Berea, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Berea, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). During December, the average low-temperature is recorded at a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Berea, in December, during 12.8 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Berea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.2 days and collects up to 37.13" (943mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Berea, during December, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 51.4 snowfall days, and 21.81" (554mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

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: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
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. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and a low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Berea, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Berea, in December, during 12.8 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Berea, West Virginia, in December, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Berea, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Berea have in December?

In Berea, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

When is 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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Berea, WV

Average temperature in December - Berea, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Berea, WV

Average pressure in December - Berea, 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
Berea, WV

Average wind speed in December - Berea, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Berea, WV

Average humidity in December - Berea, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Berea, WV

Average rainfall in December - Berea, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Berea, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Berea, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Berea, WV

Average snowfall in December - Berea, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Berea, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Berea, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 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
Berea, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Berea, 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 5min

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
Berea, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Berea, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Berea, WV

Average UV index in December - Berea, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Berea, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Berea, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Berea, WV

Average visibility in December - Berea, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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