December weather forecast
Keystone, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Keystone, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.4°F (6.9°C) and min 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). Keystone's temperature lowers to a mean of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Keystone, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Keystone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.5 days and collects up to 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Keystone, is 44.4°F (6.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Keystone, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Keystone, in December, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Keystone, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Keystone have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February 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 Keystone, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Keystone, WV

Average temperature in December - Keystone, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Keystone, WV

Average pressure in December - Keystone, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Keystone, WV

Average wind speed in December - Keystone, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Keystone, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Keystone, WV

Average rainfall in December - Keystone, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Keystone, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Keystone, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Keystone, WV

Average snowfall in December - Keystone, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Keystone, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Keystone, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Keystone, 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Keystone, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Keystone, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Keystone, WV

Average UV index in December - Keystone, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Keystone, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Keystone, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Keystone, WV

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

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

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