December weather forecast
Park Hills, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Park Hills, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C). Park Hills's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Park Hills, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Park Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.8 days and collects up to 36.46" (926mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Park Hills, in December, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 6.14" (156mm) of snow. In Park Hills, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.1 days and aggregates up to 32.32" (821mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Park Hills, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Park Hills, West Virginia, is 3.8h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost 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 Park Hills during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Park Hills, West Virginia, during December are 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Park Hills?

The average relative humidity in December in Park Hills, West Virginia, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Park Hills?

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Park Hills in December?

In Park Hills, in December, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Park Hills?

December has the shortest days of the year in Park Hills, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Park Hills?

In Park Hills, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Park Hills?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Park Hills?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Park Hills?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Park Hills?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Park Hills, West Virginia, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Park Hills, WV

Average temperature in December - Park Hills, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Park Hills, WV

Average pressure in December - Park Hills, 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
Park Hills, WV

Average wind speed in December - Park Hills, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Park Hills, WV

Average humidity in December - Park Hills, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Park Hills, WV

Average rainfall in December - Park Hills, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Park Hills, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Park Hills, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Park Hills, WV

Average snowfall in December - Park Hills, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Park Hills, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Park Hills, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Park Hills, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Park Hills, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Park Hills, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Park Hills, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Park Hills, WV

Average UV index in December - Park Hills, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Park Hills, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Park Hills, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Park Hills, WV

Average visibility in December - Park Hills, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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