December weather forecast
Skygusty, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Skygusty, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). In Skygusty, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.5 rainfall days, and 29.41" (747mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Skygusty.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Skygusty. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature during December is 44.4°F (6.9°C) and the low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Skygusty?

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.8 days and accumulates 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Skygusty have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Skygusty have in December?

In Skygusty, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Skygusty, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Skygusty, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Skygusty, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Skygusty, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Skygusty, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Skygusty, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.41").
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 - Skygusty, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.5 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 - Skygusty, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Skygusty, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.2 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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 - Skygusty, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Skygusty, 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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