December weather forecast
Ruby, AK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ruby, is still a polar cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 3.9°F (-15.6°C) and an average low of -5.4°F (-20.8°C).

Temperature

Ruby's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from an extreme cold 10.6°F (-11.9°C) in November to a polar cold 3.9°F (-15.6°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of -5.4°F (-20.8°C).

Humidity

In Ruby, Alaska, the average relative humidity in December is 95%.

Rainfall

In Ruby, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 116.7 rainfall days, and 14.8" (376mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ruby are January through May, September through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Ruby, Alaska. Snow falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 8.62" (219mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 4h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Ruby, sunrise is at 10:50 am and sunset at 3:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:23 am and sunset at 3:27 pm AKST.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ruby?

In December, in Ruby, the average high-temperature is 3.9°F (-15.6°C), and the average low-temperature is -5.4°F (-20.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ruby?

In Ruby, the average relative humidity in December is 95%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ruby?

In December, in Ruby, Alaska, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Ruby?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Ruby. Snow falls for 17.5 days and accumulates 8.62" (219mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Ruby in December?

In Ruby, Alaska, in December, snow falls for 17.5 days, with typically accumulated 8.62" (219mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ruby?

The month with the shortest days in Ruby, Alaska, is December, with an average of 4h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ruby have in December?

In December, the average day length in Ruby, Alaska, is 4h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ruby?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:50 am and sunset at 3:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:23 am and sunset at 3:27 pm AKST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ruby?

The month with the least sunshine in Ruby, Alaska, is December, with an average of 2.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ruby?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ruby?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Ruby.

How high is the UV index in December in Ruby?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Ruby, Alaska, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ruby, AK

Average temperature in December - Ruby, AK
  • Average high temperature in December: 3.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: -5.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ruby, AK

Average pressure in December - Ruby, AK
  • Average pressure in December: 29.81"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.93"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.76"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ruby, AK

Average wind speed in December - Ruby, AK
  • Average wind speed in December: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ruby, AK

Average humidity in December - Ruby, AK
  • Average humidity in December: 95%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (59%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ruby, AK

Average rainfall in December - Ruby, AK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ruby, AK

Average rainfall days in December - Ruby, AK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ruby, AK

Average snowfall in December - Ruby, AK
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ruby, AK

Average snowfall days in December - Ruby, AK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ruby, AK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ruby, AK
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ruby, AK

Average sunshine days in December - Ruby, AK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ruby, AK

Average UV index in December - Ruby, AK
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ruby, AK

Average cloud cover in December - Ruby, AK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in December
Ruby, AK

Average visibility in December - Ruby, AK
  • Average visibility in December: 2mi

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (2mi).

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