December weather forecast
Kirk, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kirk, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.8°F (7.1°C) and min 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a slight shift in the average high-temperature, dipping a bit from November's fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). An average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) is common during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Kirk, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kirk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.7 days and collects up to 26.57" (675mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Kirk, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow. In Kirk, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.3 days and aggregates up to 14.53" (369mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Kirk, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In Kirk, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.8°F (7.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Kirk, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Kirk, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Kirk, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Kirk have in December?

In Kirk, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Kirk, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Kirk, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kirk, WV

Average temperature in December - Kirk, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Kirk, WV

Average pressure in December - Kirk, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kirk, WV

Average wind speed in December - Kirk, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Kirk, WV

Average humidity in December - Kirk, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Kirk, WV

Average rainfall in December - Kirk, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Kirk, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Kirk, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kirk, WV

Average snowfall in December - Kirk, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kirk, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Kirk, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kirk, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kirk, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Kirk, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Kirk, WV

Average UV index in December - Kirk, 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
Kirk, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Kirk, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Kirk, WV

Average visibility in December - Kirk, 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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