December weather forecast
Wells, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wells, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Temperature

Wells's December showcases an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C), hardly distinct from November's 27°F (-2.8°C). Wells reports an average low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) during the subtly cooler December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 5.47" (139mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wells, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.4 days and collects up to 48.03" (1220mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Wells is December, when snow falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 21.06" (535mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 6h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:35 am and sunset at 3:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:00 am and sunset at 3:13 pm AKST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Wells in December has an average high-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 5.47" (139mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 21.06" (535mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Wells, during December, snow falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 21.06" (535mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 6h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:35 am and sunset at 3:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:00 am and sunset at 3:13 pm AKST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Wells have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Wells, AK

Average temperature in December - Wells, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 21.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (12.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Wells, AK

Average pressure in December - Wells, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.81"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wells, AK

Average wind speed in December - Wells, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Wells, AK

Average humidity in December - Wells, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Wells, AK

Average rainfall in December - Wells, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 5.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (5.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Wells, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Wells, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wells, AK

Average snowfall in December - Wells, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 21.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (21.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wells, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Wells, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wells, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wells, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wells, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Wells, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (10.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (6.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Wells, AK

Average UV index in December - Wells, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Wells, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Wells, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in December
Wells, AK

Average visibility in December - Wells, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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