December weather forecast
Ames, OK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ames, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.7°F (8.7°C) and min 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's mild 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C). Ames observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 67%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Ames. In Ames, in December, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ames, Oklahoma, there are 10.5 snowfall days, and 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ames, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Ames are November and December, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Ames in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ames, records 47.7°F (8.7°C), while the low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ames?

In Ames, Oklahoma, the average relative humidity in December is 67%.

What is the driest month in Ames?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Ames, Oklahoma. Rain falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Ames?

In Ames, Oklahoma, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ames in December?

In Ames, Oklahoma, in December, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ames?

December has the shortest days of the year in Ames, Oklahoma, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ames have in December?

In December, the average day length in Ames, Oklahoma, is 9h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ames?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ames, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:28 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Ames?

The months with the least sunshine in Ames, Oklahoma, are November and December, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ames have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ames, Oklahoma, is 6.3h.

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

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Ames?

In Ames, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ames, OK

Average temperature in December - Ames, OK
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ames, OK

Average pressure in December - Ames, OK
  • 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ames, OK

Average wind speed in December - Ames, OK
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ames, OK

Average humidity in December - Ames, OK
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (56%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ames, OK

Average rainfall in December - Ames, OK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ames, OK

Average rainfall days in December - Ames, OK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ames, OK

Average snowfall in December - Ames, OK
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ames, OK

Average snowfall days in December - Ames, OK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ames, OK

Average sunshine days in December - Ames, OK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ames, OK

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

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 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ames, OK

Average cloud cover in December - Ames, OK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 35).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in December
Ames, OK

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

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

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