December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ruby, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and an average high of 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) in November to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). Ruby experiences a mean low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C) during December.

Humidity

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Ruby, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ruby, during December, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ruby, there are 13.5 snowfall days, and 8.23" (209mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ruby, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Ruby.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Ruby?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Ruby, is 46.9°F (8.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month in Ruby?

The months with the highest humidity in Ruby, Virginia, are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Ruby?

In Ruby, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Ruby in December?

In Ruby, Virginia, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ruby in December?

In December, in Ruby, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ruby?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Ruby?

In Ruby, Virginia, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ruby?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ruby, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:59 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ruby?

The months with the least sunshine in Ruby, Virginia, are February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ruby?

In Ruby, Virginia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ruby?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ruby, Virginia.

What is the UV index reading in December in Ruby?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ruby is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ruby, VA

Average temperature in December - Ruby, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ruby, VA

Average pressure in December - Ruby, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ruby, VA

Average wind speed in December - Ruby, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ruby, VA

Average humidity in December - Ruby, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, April and July (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ruby, VA

Average rainfall in December - Ruby, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ruby, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Ruby, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ruby, VA

Average snowfall in December - Ruby, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ruby, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Ruby, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ruby, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ruby, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Ruby, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ruby, VA

Average UV index in December - Ruby, VA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Ruby, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Ruby, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Ruby, VA

Average visibility in December - Ruby, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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