December weather forecast
Kingstown, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Kingstown, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C). In the month of December, Kingstown's average low-temperature falls to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

In Kingstown, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Kingstown, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.6 rainfall days, and 25.91" (658mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Kingstown, during December, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Kingstown, West Virginia, there are 46.7 snowfall days, and 11.38" (289mm) 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 7:24 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Kingstown, 41.4°F (5.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Kingstown, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) 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 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Kingstown, 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 5:08 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Kingstown?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kingstown, WV

Average temperature in December - Kingstown, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Kingstown, WV

Average pressure in December - Kingstown, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kingstown, WV

Average wind speed in December - Kingstown, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

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
Kingstown, WV

Average humidity in December - Kingstown, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

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

Average rainfall in December
Kingstown, WV

Average rainfall in December - Kingstown, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Kingstown, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Kingstown, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kingstown, WV

Average snowfall in December - Kingstown, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kingstown, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Kingstown, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kingstown, 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 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
Kingstown, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Kingstown, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Kingstown, WV

Average UV index in December - Kingstown, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Kingstown, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Kingstown, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Kingstown, WV

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

The month with the highest visibility is November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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