December weather forecastKirkwood, WV
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Kirkwood, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C).Temperature
A subtle shift in Kirkwood's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) is observed.Humidity
In Kirkwood, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.Rainfall
In Kirkwood, West Virginia, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kirkwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190.3 days and collects up to 36.93" (938mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Kirkwood, in December, snow falls for 12.2 days, with typically accumulated 7.72" (196mm) of snow. In Kirkwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.4 days and aggregates up to 38.62" (981mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December in Kirkwood, West Virginia, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Kirkwood, West Virginia, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Kirkwood are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Kirkwood, WV
- Average high temperature in December: 41.9°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 (36.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Kirkwood, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Kirkwood, WV
- Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Kirkwood, 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, July, August and November (78%).
Average rainfall in December
Kirkwood, WV
- Average rainfall in December: 3.58"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").
Average rainfall days in December
Kirkwood, WV
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Kirkwood, WV
- Average snowfall in December: 7.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Kirkwood, WV
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kirkwood, WV
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kirkwood, WV
- Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Kirkwood, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Kirkwood, WV
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in December
Kirkwood, 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).
