December weather forecast
Wells, VT

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Wells, Vermont, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). An average low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) is recorded in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.4 rainfall days, and 27.8" (706mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wells, in December, during 10.2 snowfall days, 5.51" (140mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wells, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.7 days and aggregates up to 32.28" (820mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Wells, Vermont, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Wells, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Wells. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wells in December?

Wells in December has an average high-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wells?

The average relative humidity in December in Wells, Vermont, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Wells in December?

In Wells, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Wells?

In Wells, Vermont, in December, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wells?

The month with the shortest days in Wells, Vermont, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Wells?

In Wells, Vermont, the average day length in December is 9h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wells?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wells?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Wells?

In Wells, Vermont, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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, VT

Average temperature in December - Wells, VT
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Wells, VT

Average pressure in December - Wells, VT
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wells, VT

Average wind speed in December - Wells, VT
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Wells, VT

Average humidity in December - Wells, VT
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Wells, VT

Average rainfall in December - Wells, VT
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and March (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Wells, VT

Average rainfall days in December - Wells, VT
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wells, VT

Average snowfall in December - Wells, VT
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wells, VT

Average snowfall days in December - Wells, VT
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.1 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, VT

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wells, VT
  • 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wells, VT

Average sunshine days in December - Wells, VT
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Wells, VT

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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, VT

Average cloud cover in December - Wells, VT
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Wells, VT

Average visibility in December - Wells, VT
  • 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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