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 low of -5.4°F (-20.8°C) and an average high of 3.9°F (-15.6°C).

Temperature

December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from an extreme cold 10.6°F (-11.9°C) in November to a polar cold 3.9°F (-15.6°C). Ruby throughout December, records an average low-temperature of -5.4°F (-20.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 95%.

Rainfall

In Ruby, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Ruby, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.7 days and collects up to 14.8" (376mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

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

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. 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: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

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 much does it rain in December?

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

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 17.5 days and typically aggregates up to 8.62" (219mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, 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 is 4h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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?

The month with the least sunshine 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.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Ruby, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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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).

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).

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).

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%).

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").

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).

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").

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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