December weather forecast
Weirton, WV

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Weather in December

December, the curtain-closer of the calendar, envelops Weirton, West Virginia, in cold winter weather, with temperatures dropping to a high of 39.6°F (4.2°C). Daylight hours dwindle further, underlining shrunken days of winter while snowfall occurs over a third of the month. Despite the sharp drop in temperatures from November, the precipitation remains steady, fuelling the moisture content in the city. As visibility limits, the scenic beauty of the city, blanketed in snow, provides a picturesque finish to the year. Despite the chilling weather, December maintains a unique charm, making it a fitting end to the year as Weirton gets encased in all things winter.

Temperature

As November transitions to December, the average high-temperature falls from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C). An average low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

In Weirton, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Weirton, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Weirton, there are 175.9 rainfall days, and 31.22" (793mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Weirton, in December, snow falls for 11.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.5 snowfall days, and 19.41" (493mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

During December, Weirton experiences an average high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Weirton is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Weirton, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Weirton, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Weirton, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Weirton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Weirton, WV

Average temperature in December - Weirton, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Weirton, WV

Average pressure in December - Weirton, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Weirton, WV

Average wind speed in December - Weirton, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Weirton, WV

Average humidity in December - Weirton, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Weirton, WV

Average rainfall in December - Weirton, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Weirton, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Weirton, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Weirton, WV

Average snowfall in December - Weirton, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Weirton, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Weirton, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Weirton, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

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: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Weirton, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Weirton, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and May (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Weirton, WV

Average UV index in December - Weirton, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Weirton, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Weirton, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Weirton, WV

Average visibility in December - Weirton, 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 and February (4mi).

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