December weather forecast
Kearneysville, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kearneysville, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and max 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Kearneysville observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 52°F (11.1°C) to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). In Kearneysville, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Kearneysville, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. In Kearneysville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.2 days and collects up to 32.6" (828mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Kearneysville, during December, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.7 snowfall days, and 14.21" (361mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In Kearneysville, in December, the average high-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are May, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Kearneysville, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Kearneysville have in December?

In Kearneysville, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kearneysville, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kearneysville, WV

Average temperature in December - Kearneysville, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°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 (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Kearneysville, WV

Average pressure in December - Kearneysville, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kearneysville, WV

Average wind speed in December - Kearneysville, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Kearneysville, WV

Average humidity in December - Kearneysville, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Kearneysville, WV

Average rainfall in December - Kearneysville, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Kearneysville, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Kearneysville, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kearneysville, WV

Average snowfall in December - Kearneysville, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kearneysville, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Kearneysville, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kearneysville, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kearneysville, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Kearneysville, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Kearneysville, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Kearneysville, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Kearneysville, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Kearneysville, WV

Average visibility in December - Kearneysville, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, September and October (5mi).

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