December weather forecast
Kingwood, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Kingwood, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). Throughout December, the temperature in Kingwood falls to an average low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In Kingwood, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Kingwood, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kingwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.6 days and collects up to 37.99" (965mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Kingwood. In December, it is snowing for 14.6 days. Throughout December, 8.74" (222mm) of snow is accumulated. In Kingwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.1 days and aggregates up to 43.5" (1105mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kingwood are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Kingwood during December?

In Kingwood, 39.4°F (4.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Kingwood?

The average relative humidity in December in Kingwood is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kingwood?

In December, in Kingwood, West Virginia, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Kingwood?

In Kingwood, in December, during 14.6 snowfall days, 8.74" (222mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kingwood?

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

How many hours of daylight does Kingwood have in December?

In Kingwood, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kingwood?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kingwood, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kingwood?

The average sunshine duration in December in Kingwood, West Virginia, is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kingwood?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Kingwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Kingwood, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kingwood, WV

Average temperature in December - Kingwood, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Kingwood, WV

Average pressure in December - Kingwood, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kingwood, WV

Average wind speed in December - Kingwood, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Kingwood, WV

Average humidity in December - Kingwood, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Kingwood, WV

Average rainfall in December - Kingwood, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Kingwood, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Kingwood, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kingwood, WV

Average snowfall in December - Kingwood, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kingwood, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Kingwood, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kingwood, 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: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kingwood, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Kingwood, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6 days).

Average UV index in December
Kingwood, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Kingwood, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Kingwood, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Kingwood, WV

Average visibility in December - Kingwood, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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