December weather forecast
Ripley, NY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Ripley, New York, with an average temperature varying between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). In December, a low-temperature average of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is characteristic of Ripley, marking a minor shift from daytime temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Ripley, New York, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.3 rainfall days, and 34.65" (880mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ripley, New York, in December, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.7" (94mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.8 snowfall days, and 22.72" (577mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ripley, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ripley are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ripley in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ripley, New York, are 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Ripley?

The average relative humidity in December in Ripley is 83%.

How much does it rain in Ripley in December?

In Ripley, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ripley in December?

In Ripley, New York, in December, during 13.1 snowfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ripley?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ripley have in December?

The average day length in December in Ripley is 9h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ripley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ripley, New York, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ripley?

In Ripley, New York, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ripley?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ripley, New York, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ripley, NY

Average temperature in December - Ripley, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ripley, NY

Average pressure in December - Ripley, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ripley, NY

Average wind speed in December - Ripley, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ripley, NY

Average humidity in December - Ripley, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October and November (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ripley, NY

Average rainfall in December - Ripley, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ripley, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Ripley, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ripley, NY

Average snowfall in December - Ripley, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.3").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ripley, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Ripley, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ripley, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ripley, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ripley, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Ripley, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ripley, NY

Average UV index in December - Ripley, NY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ripley, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Ripley, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Ripley, NY

Average visibility in December - Ripley, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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