December weather forecast
Perkins, WV

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

In Perkins, entering December brings a temperature decrement, reducing from November's fresh 52°F (11.1°C) to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). Perkins experiences an average low-temperature reading of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In Perkins, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in Perkins, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Perkins, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.9 days and collects up to 38.19" (970mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Perkins, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow. In Perkins, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.3 days and aggregates up to 21.93" (557mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Perkins is December, 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, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Perkins, West Virginia, is 3.9h.

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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Perkins in December?

In December, in Perkins, the average high-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Perkins?

In Perkins, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Perkins?

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

How much does it snow in Perkins in December?

In December, in Perkins, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Perkins?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Perkins?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Perkins?

In Perkins, West Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Perkins?

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 Perkins?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Perkins is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Perkins, WV

Average temperature in December - Perkins, 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
Perkins, WV

Average pressure in December - Perkins, 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
Perkins, WV

Average wind speed in December - Perkins, 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
Perkins, WV

Average humidity in December - Perkins, 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
Perkins, WV

Average rainfall in December - Perkins, 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
Perkins, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Perkins, 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
Perkins, WV

Average snowfall in December - Perkins, 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
Perkins, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Perkins, 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
Perkins, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Perkins, 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
Perkins, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Perkins, 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
Perkins, WV

Average UV index in December - Perkins, 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
Perkins, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Perkins, 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
Perkins, WV

Average visibility in December - Perkins, 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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