December weather forecast
Opekiska, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Opekiska, West Virginia, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and max 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

With the commencement of December, Opekiska records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from November's cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) to an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C). Opekiska encounters a steady low-temperature average of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In Opekiska, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Opekiska, West Virginia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.4 days and collects up to 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Opekiska. In Opekiska, during December, snow falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.28" (134mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 29.09" (739mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Opekiska, West Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, in Opekiska, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Opekiska is 3.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Opekiska, West Virginia. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Opekiska?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Opekiska, West Virginia, are 41.7°F (5.4°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Opekiska?

In Opekiska, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Opekiska in December?

In Opekiska, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Opekiska?

In December, it is snowing for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 5.28" (134mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Opekiska?

The month with the shortest days in Opekiska, West Virginia, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Opekiska?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Opekiska?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Opekiska?

In Opekiska, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Opekiska, WV

Average temperature in December - Opekiska, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Opekiska, WV

Average pressure in December - Opekiska, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Opekiska, WV

Average wind speed in December - Opekiska, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Opekiska, WV

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Opekiska, WV

Average rainfall in December - Opekiska, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Opekiska, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Opekiska, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Opekiska, WV

Average snowfall in December - Opekiska, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Opekiska, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Opekiska, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 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
Opekiska, WV

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

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Opekiska, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Opekiska, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Opekiska, WV

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Opekiska, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Opekiska, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Opekiska, WV

Average visibility in December - Opekiska, 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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