December weather forecast
Circle Heights, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Circle Heights, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Circle Heights sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) to Circle Heights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Circle Heights is 81%.

Rainfall

In Circle Heights, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Circle Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.8 days and collects up to 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Circle Heights, during December, snow falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.67" (144mm) of snow. In Circle Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.9 days and aggregates up to 32.17" (817mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Circle Heights, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Circle Heights, 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.

Sunshine

In Circle Heights, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Circle Heights experiences an average high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and a low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Circle Heights?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Circle Heights, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

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

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.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, 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 Circle Heights have in December?

In Circle Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Circle Heights?

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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Circle Heights, WV

Average temperature in December - Circle Heights, 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
Circle Heights, WV

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

Average wind speed in December - Circle Heights, 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
Circle Heights, WV

Average humidity in December - Circle Heights, 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
Circle Heights, WV

Average rainfall in December - Circle Heights, 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
Circle Heights, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Circle Heights, 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
Circle Heights, WV

Average snowfall in December - Circle Heights, 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
Circle Heights, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Circle Heights, 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
Circle Heights, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Circle Heights, 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
Circle Heights, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Circle Heights, 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
Circle Heights, WV

Average UV index in December - Circle Heights, 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
Circle Heights, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Circle Heights, 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
Circle Heights, WV

Average visibility in December - Circle Heights, 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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