December weather forecast
Moatsville, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Moatsville, West Virginia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to a wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C). Moatsville reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) in December.

Humidity

In Moatsville, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Moatsville, in December, during 13.9 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Moatsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.2 days and collects up to 36.93" (938mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Moatsville, during December, snow falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow. In Moatsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.9 days and aggregates up to 37.36" (949mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Moatsville, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Moatsville is 4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Moatsville during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Moatsville during December are 41.4°F (5.2°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Moatsville?

In Moatsville, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Moatsville?

In Moatsville, during December, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Moatsville in December?

In Moatsville, during December, snow falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Moatsville?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Moatsville have in December?

In Moatsville, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Moatsville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Moatsville, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Moatsville?

The average sunshine duration in December in Moatsville, West Virginia, is 4h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Moatsville?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Moatsville, WV

Average temperature in December - Moatsville, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Moatsville, WV

Average pressure in December - Moatsville, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Moatsville, WV

Average wind speed in December - Moatsville, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Moatsville, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Moatsville, WV

Average rainfall in December - Moatsville, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Moatsville, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Moatsville, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Moatsville, WV

Average snowfall in December - Moatsville, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.5"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (8.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Moatsville, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Moatsville, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Moatsville, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Moatsville, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Moatsville, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and October (13.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Moatsville, WV

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Moatsville, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Moatsville, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Moatsville, WV

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

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

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