December weather forecast
Skull Run, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Skull Run, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

In Skull Run, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). An average temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) marks the nights in December.

Humidity

In Skull Run, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Skull Run, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Skull Run, there are 178.2 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Skull Run. In Skull Run, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.4 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Skull Run, West Virginia, is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Skull Run 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Skull Run in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Skull Run?

In Skull Run, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Skull Run?

In Skull Run, West Virginia, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Skull Run in December?

In December, in Skull Run, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Skull Run?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Skull Run?

The average day length in December in Skull Run is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Skull Run?

On the first day of December in Skull Run, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Skull Run?

In Skull Run, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Skull Run?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Skull Run, West Virginia.

How high is the UV index in December in Skull Run?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Skull Run, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Skull Run, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Skull Run, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
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Average wind speed in December - Skull Run, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Skull Run, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Skull Run, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Skull Run, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Skull Run, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Skull Run, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Skull Run, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Skull Run, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Skull Run, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Skull Run, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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