December weather forecast
Home Acres, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Home Acres, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

December signifies a gentle decline in Home Acres's average high-temperature, easing from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). In Home Acres, the expected average low-temperature for December is a subzero cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Home Acres, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Home Acres, 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 Home Acres, during December, snow falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.67" (144mm) of snow. In Home Acres, West Virginia, 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, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 42.8°F (6°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Home Acres, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Home Acres in December?

In Home Acres, during December, snow falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.67" (144mm) of snow.

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 Home Acres have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Home Acres is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Home Acres, WV

Average temperature in December - Home Acres, 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
Home Acres, WV

Average pressure in December - Home Acres, 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
Home Acres, WV

Average wind speed in December - Home Acres, 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
Home Acres, WV

Average humidity in December - Home Acres, 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
Home Acres, WV

Average rainfall in December - Home Acres, 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
Home Acres, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Home Acres, 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
Home Acres, WV

Average snowfall in December - Home Acres, 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
Home Acres, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Home Acres, 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
Home Acres, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Home Acres, 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
Home Acres, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Home Acres, 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
Home Acres, WV

Average UV index in December - Home Acres, 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
Home Acres, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Home Acres, 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
Home Acres, WV

Average visibility in December - Home Acres, 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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