December weather forecast
Skelton, WV

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

With the onset of December, Skelton's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from November's cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). During December nights, Skelton witnesses a consistent average temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Skelton is 82%.

Rainfall

In Skelton, West Virginia, in December, during 13.3 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 189.8 rainfall days, and 36.5" (927mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Skelton are January through May, October through December. In Skelton, in December, during 12.6 snowfall days, 7.48" (190mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Skelton, 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Skelton, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Skelton?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Skelton?

In Skelton, West Virginia, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Skelton in December?

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

How many days does it snow in December in Skelton?

In Skelton, West Virginia, during December, snow falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.48" (190mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Skelton?

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

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

In Skelton, West Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Skelton?

On the first day of December in Skelton, 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.

How many hours of sunshine does Skelton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Skelton, West Virginia, is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Skelton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Skelton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Skelton, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index reading 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
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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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").

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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).

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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").

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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