December weather forecast
Wells, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Wells, New York, with an average temperature varying between 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C) to a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C). Throughout December nights, Wells records a consistent low-temperature averaging 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Wells, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171 rainfall days, and 36.38" (924mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wells, in December, during 14.4 snowfall days, 8.94" (227mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wells, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.1 days and aggregates up to 49.02" (1245mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, in Wells, New York, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Wells, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Wells, is 31.6°F (-0.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14.4 days. Throughout December, 8.94" (227mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Wells, the average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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, NY

Average temperature in December - Wells, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Wells, NY

Average pressure in December - Wells, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wells, NY

Average wind speed in December - Wells, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Wells, NY

Average humidity in December - Wells, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Wells, NY

Average rainfall in December - Wells, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Wells, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Wells, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wells, NY

Average snowfall in December - Wells, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wells, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Wells, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.4 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wells, NY
  • 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wells, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Wells, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Wells, NY

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Wells, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Wells, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Wells, NY

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

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

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