December weather forecast
Ames, WV

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Ames, West Virginia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is observed during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Ames, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ames, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.2 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ames, during December, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow. In Ames, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.4 days and aggregates up to 21.34" (542mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, in Ames, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ames, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature in Ames during December is 42.8°F (6°C) and the low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Ames, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ames, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ames, during December, snow falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Ames, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ames have in December?

In Ames, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month 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 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
Ames, WV

Average temperature in December - Ames, WV
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Ames, WV

Average pressure in December - Ames, WV
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ames, WV

Average wind speed in December - Ames, WV
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Ames, WV

Average humidity in December - Ames, WV
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Ames, WV

Average rainfall in December - Ames, WV
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Ames, WV

Average rainfall days in December - Ames, WV
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ames, WV

Average snowfall in December - Ames, WV
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ames, WV

Average snowfall days in December - Ames, WV
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ames, WV
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ames, WV

Average sunshine days in December - Ames, WV
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Ames, WV

Average UV index in December - Ames, WV
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ames, WV

Average cloud cover in December - Ames, WV
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Ames, WV

Average visibility in December - Ames, WV
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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