December weather forecast
Skelton, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Skelton, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minor alteration in Skelton's climate, with the average high-temperature moving from November's cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). In the month of December, an average of 30°F (-1.1°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Skelton, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation. In Skelton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.8 days and collects up to 36.5" (927mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Skelton, in December, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 7.48" (190mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.5 snowfall days, and 40.55" (1030mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Skelton are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Skelton experiences an average high-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C) and a low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Skelton, in December, during 12.6 snowfall days, 7.48" (190mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Skelton have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Skelton, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the month with 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Skelton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Skelton, WV

Average temperature in December - Skelton, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Skelton, WV

Average pressure in December - Skelton, 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
Skelton, WV

Average wind speed in December - Skelton, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Skelton, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Skelton, WV

Average rainfall in December - Skelton, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Skelton, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Skelton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Skelton, WV

Average snowfall in December - Skelton, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Skelton, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Skelton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Skelton, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Skelton, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Skelton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Skelton, WV

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Skelton, WV

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Skelton, WV

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

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

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