December weather forecast
Lockney, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Lockney, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 52°F (11.1°C) to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). Lockney in December experiences a low-temperature average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Lockney, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 189.9 rainfall days, and 38.19" (970mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Lockney, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lockney, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.3 days and aggregates up to 21.93" (557mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Lockney, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, in Lockney, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lockney, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Lockney?

The high-temperature, in December, in Lockney, records 43°F (6.1°C), while the low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lockney?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lockney, West Virginia, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lockney?

In Lockney, during December, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Lockney?

In Lockney, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lockney?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lockney have in December?

The average day length in December in Lockney is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lockney?

On the first day of December in Lockney, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lockney have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Lockney, West Virginia, is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lockney?

January, February 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 in Lockney?

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

Average temperature in December - Lockney, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Lockney, WV

Average pressure in December - Lockney, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lockney, WV

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Lockney, WV

Average humidity in December - Lockney, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Lockney, WV

Average rainfall in December - Lockney, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Lockney, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Lockney, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lockney, WV

Average snowfall in December - Lockney, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lockney, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Lockney, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lockney, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lockney, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Lockney, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Lockney, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July 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
Lockney, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Lockney, 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 35).

Average visibility in December
Lockney, WV

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

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

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