December weather forecast
Duckworth, WV

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

With the onset of December, Duckworth's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). Duckworth encounters an average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Duckworth, during December, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 187.2 rainfall days, and 37.13" (943mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Duckworth, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Duckworth, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

December temperatures in Duckworth 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. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Duckworth?

In Duckworth, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

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

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 Duckworth?

In Duckworth, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Duckworth have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Duckworth, 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
Duckworth, WV

Average pressure in December - Duckworth, 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
Duckworth, WV

Average wind speed in December - Duckworth, 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
Duckworth, WV

Average humidity in December - Duckworth, 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
Duckworth, WV

Average rainfall in December - Duckworth, 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
Duckworth, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Duckworth, 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
Duckworth, WV

Average snowfall in December - Duckworth, 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
Duckworth, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Duckworth, 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
Duckworth, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Duckworth, 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
Duckworth, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Duckworth, 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
Duckworth, WV

Average UV index in December - Duckworth, 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
Duckworth, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Duckworth, 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
Duckworth, WV

Average visibility in December - Duckworth, 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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