December weather forecast
Wellsburg, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wellsburg, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and an average high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

As Wellsburg enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) of November to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a still subzero cold 19.9°F (-6.7°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Wellsburg, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 143.1 rainfall days, and 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Wellsburg are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated. In Wellsburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.1 days and aggregates up to 21.26" (540mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Wellsburg, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 19.9°F (-6.7°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Wellsburg?

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

How much does it rain in Wellsburg in December?

In Wellsburg, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Wellsburg, in December, during 11.8 snowfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Wellsburg, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wellsburg have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

How high is the UV index in December in Wellsburg?

In Wellsburg, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wellsburg, IA

Average temperature in December - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Wellsburg, IA

Average pressure in December - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wellsburg, IA

Average wind speed in December - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Wellsburg, IA

Average humidity in December - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Wellsburg, IA

Average rainfall in December - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Wellsburg, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wellsburg, IA

Average snowfall in December - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wellsburg, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wellsburg, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wellsburg, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Wellsburg, IA

Average UV index in December - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Wellsburg, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Wellsburg, IA

Average visibility in December - Wellsburg, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (5mi).

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