December weather forecast
Charlton Heights, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Charlton Heights, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and max 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

A modest decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature in Charlton Heights records at a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Charlton Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.3 days and collects up to 35.98" (914mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Charlton Heights, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow. In Charlton Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.1 days and aggregates up to 22.2" (564mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Charlton Heights.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, in Charlton Heights, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Charlton Heights, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Charlton Heights are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Charlton Heights during December?

Charlton Heights in December has an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Charlton Heights?

The average relative humidity in December in Charlton Heights, West Virginia, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Charlton Heights in December?

In December, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Charlton Heights in December?

In December, in Charlton Heights, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Charlton Heights?

The month with the shortest days in Charlton Heights is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Charlton Heights have in December?

The average day length in December in Charlton Heights, West Virginia, is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Charlton Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Charlton Heights, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Charlton Heights have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Charlton Heights is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Charlton Heights?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Charlton Heights, West Virginia.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Charlton Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Charlton Heights is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Charlton Heights, WV

Average temperature in December - Charlton Heights, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Charlton Heights, WV

Average pressure in December - Charlton Heights, 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
Charlton Heights, WV

Average wind speed in December - Charlton Heights, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Charlton Heights, WV

Average humidity in December - Charlton Heights, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

Average rainfall in December
Charlton Heights, WV

Average rainfall in December - Charlton Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Charlton Heights, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Charlton Heights, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Charlton Heights, WV

Average snowfall in December - Charlton Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Charlton Heights, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Charlton Heights, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Charlton Heights, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Charlton Heights, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Charlton Heights, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Charlton Heights, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Charlton Heights, WV

Average UV index in December - Charlton Heights, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Charlton Heights, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Charlton Heights, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Charlton Heights, WV

Average visibility in December - Charlton Heights, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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