December weather forecast
Ames, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ames, is still a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and an average low of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, Ames records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 69.3°F (20.7°C) in November to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C). In the month of December, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Ames, in December, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ames, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.5 days and collects up to 38.46" (977mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ames.
On the first day of December in Ames, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Ames, Texas, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Ames. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Ames?

During December, Ames experiences an average high-temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and a low-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in October is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ames?

In Ames, Texas, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ames?

In Ames, Texas, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Ames?

The months with the most snowfall in Ames are January and December, with an average 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated snow.

When does it start snowing in Ames?

December is the first month it typically snows in Ames. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ames?

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ames, Texas.

How many hours of daylight does Ames have in December?

In Ames, the average day length in December is 10h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ames?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ames, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:29 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ames?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ames?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ames, Texas, is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ames?

The month with the lowest UV index in Ames, Texas, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December in Ames?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ames, Texas, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ames, TX

Average temperature in December - Ames, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 47.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Ames, TX

Average pressure in December - Ames, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ames, TX

Average wind speed in December - Ames, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Ames, TX

Average humidity in December - Ames, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Ames, TX

Average rainfall in December - Ames, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Ames, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Ames, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ames, TX

Average snowfall in December - Ames, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ames, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Ames, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ames, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ames, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ames, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Ames, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are August and September (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Ames, TX

Average UV index in December - Ames, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Ames, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Ames, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Ames, TX

Average visibility in December - Ames, TX
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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