December weather forecast
Lucas, WV

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lucas, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December correlates with a minor temperature reduction, down from November's cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lucas, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lucas, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.2 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Lucas, West Virginia. In December, it is snowing for 9.7 days. Throughout December, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.4 snowfall days, and 21.34" (542mm) 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 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, in Lucas, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lucas, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lucas are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Lucas?

In Lucas, 42.8°F (6°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lucas?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Lucas?

In Lucas, West Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Lucas?

In Lucas, during December, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lucas?

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

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

In Lucas, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lucas?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lucas have in December?

In Lucas, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lucas?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lucas?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lucas, West Virginia, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lucas, WV

Average temperature in December - Lucas, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lucas, WV

Average pressure in December - Lucas, 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
Lucas, WV

Average wind speed in December - Lucas, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lucas, WV

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lucas, WV

Average rainfall in December - Lucas, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lucas, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Lucas, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lucas, WV

Average snowfall in December - Lucas, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lucas, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Lucas, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 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
Lucas, WV

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lucas, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lucas, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Lucas, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lucas, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Lucas, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Lucas, 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 35).

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Average visibility in December
Lucas, WV

Average visibility in December - Lucas, 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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