December weather forecast
Wells, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Wells, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Wells experiences a distinct temperature drop, with the average high-temperature reducing from November's wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C). Wells experiences a consistent average temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Wells, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Wells, Minnesota, there are 109.2 rainfall days, and 14.53" (369mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated. In Wells, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 12.2" (310mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Wells in December has an average high-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wells, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Wells, in December, during 11.5 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) 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 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Wells, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Wells, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Wells, MN

Average temperature in December - Wells, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Wells, MN

Average pressure in December - Wells, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wells, MN

Average wind speed in December - Wells, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Wells, MN

Average humidity in December - Wells, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Wells, MN

Average rainfall in December - Wells, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Wells, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Wells, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wells, MN

Average snowfall in December - Wells, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wells, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Wells, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wells, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wells, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Wells, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Wells, MN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Wells, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Wells, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Wells, MN

Average visibility in December - Wells, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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