December weather forecast
Eccles, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Eccles, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). In Eccles, an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Eccles, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 189.8 rainfall days, and 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Eccles, in December, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 7.36" (187mm) of snow. In Eccles, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.8 days and aggregates up to 39.41" (1001mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Eccles.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Eccles, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. 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 to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Eccles, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.4°F (-0.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Eccles, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Eccles?

In December, it is snowing for 12 days. Throughout December, 7.36" (187mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Eccles have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Eccles?

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 intensity in December in Eccles?

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

Average temperature in December - Eccles, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Eccles, WV

Average pressure in December - Eccles, 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
Eccles, WV

Average wind speed in December - Eccles, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Eccles, WV

Average humidity in December - Eccles, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Eccles, WV

Average rainfall in December - Eccles, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Eccles, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Eccles, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Eccles, WV

Average snowfall in December - Eccles, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Eccles, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Eccles, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h 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: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Eccles, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Eccles, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7 days).

Average UV index in December
Eccles, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Eccles, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Eccles, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Eccles, WV

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

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

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