December weather forecast
Earnshaw, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Earnshaw, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

Earnshaw's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). An average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is noted during the nights in December in Earnshaw.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Earnshaw, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 188.6 rainfall days, and 39.17" (995mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Earnshaw are January through May, October through December. In Earnshaw, in December, during 10.7 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 52.1 snowfall days, and 24.21" (615mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Earnshaw is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Earnshaw, West Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Earnshaw are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Earnshaw in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Earnshaw, is 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Earnshaw?

In December, the average relative humidity in Earnshaw, West Virginia, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Earnshaw?

In Earnshaw, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Earnshaw?

In Earnshaw, West Virginia, in December, during 10.7 snowfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Earnshaw?

The month with the shortest days in Earnshaw, West Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Earnshaw?

In Earnshaw, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Earnshaw?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Earnshaw have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Earnshaw?

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 Earnshaw?

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

Average temperature in December - Earnshaw, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Earnshaw, WV

Average pressure in December - Earnshaw, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Earnshaw, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Earnshaw, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Earnshaw, WV

Average rainfall in December - Earnshaw, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Earnshaw, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Earnshaw, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Earnshaw, WV

Average snowfall in December - Earnshaw, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.29"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Earnshaw, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Earnshaw, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Earnshaw, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Earnshaw, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Earnshaw, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Earnshaw, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Earnshaw, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Earnshaw, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Earnshaw, WV

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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