Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
A subtle change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C) to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). Ames throughout December, records an average low-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C).Humidity
February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Ames.Rainfall
In Ames, Arkansas, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.4 rainfall days, and 38.86" (987mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through October and December are months without snowfall.Daylight
With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, in Ames, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in December in Ames?
What are the most humid months in Ames?
What is the average humidity in December in Ames?
How much does it rain in Ames in December?
When it does not snow in Ames?
Does it snow in Ames in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Ames?
What is the average length of the day in December in Ames?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ames?
How long on average sun shines in December in Ames?
When is the lowest UV index in Ames?
How high is the UV index in December in Ames?
Average temperature in December
Ames, AR
- Average high temperature in December: 54.3°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 39.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Ames, AR
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Ames, AR
- Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Ames, AR
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Ames, AR
- Average rainfall in December: 3.7"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").
Average rainfall days in December
Ames, AR
- Average rainfall days in December: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Ames, AR
- Average snowfall in December: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Ames, AR
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ames, AR
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ames, AR
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13 days).
Average UV index in December
Ames, AR
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Ames, AR
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Ames, AR
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
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