Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Ames's weather in December involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from November's fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is observed during December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
In Ames, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ames, 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 Ames. In Ames, during December, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow. 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 in Ames, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.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.
Sunshine
In Ames, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in December in Ames?
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Average temperature in December
Ames, 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).
Average pressure in December
Ames, 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
Ames, 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).
Average humidity in December
Ames, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Ames, 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").
Average rainfall days in December
Ames, 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).
Average snowfall in December
Ames, 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").
Average snowfall days in December
Ames, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ames, 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).
Average sunshine days in December
Ames, 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).
Average UV index in December
Ames, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Ames, 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).
Average visibility in December
Ames, 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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