December weather forecast
Otto, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Otto, West Virginia, with an average temperature varying between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). In December, Otto experiences a temperature dip to an average of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Otto, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Otto, West Virginia, there are 186.1 rainfall days, and 36.3" (922mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Otto, West Virginia. In December, in Otto, it is snowing for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Otto, there are 46.8 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Otto.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Otto?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Otto?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Otto in December?

In Otto, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Otto in December?

In Otto, in December, snow falls for 10.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Otto?

December has the shortest days of the year in Otto, West Virginia, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Otto?

In December, the average day length in Otto, West Virginia, is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Otto?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Otto?

In Otto, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Otto?

In Otto, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Otto, WV

Average temperature in December - Otto, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Otto, WV

Average pressure in December - Otto, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Otto, WV

Average wind speed in December - Otto, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Otto, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and August (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Otto, WV

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Otto, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Otto, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Otto, WV

Average snowfall in December - Otto, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Otto, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Otto, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Otto, 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: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Otto, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Otto, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Otto, WV

Average UV index in December - Otto, 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
Otto, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Otto, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Otto, WV

Average visibility in December - Otto, 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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