December weather forecast
Ruskin, NE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ruskin, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). In December, Ruskin records an average nighttime temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Ruskin is 72%.

Rainfall

In Ruskin, Nebraska, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ruskin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.2 days and collects up to 21.42" (544mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.3 snowfall days, and 10.51" (267mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Ruskin are January and December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Ruskin during December?

In December, in Ruskin, the average high-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ruskin?

In December, the average relative humidity in Ruskin, Nebraska, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ruskin?

In Ruskin, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ruskin?

In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ruskin?

December has the shortest days of the year in Ruskin, Nebraska, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ruskin have in December?

The average day length in December in Ruskin is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ruskin?

On the first day of December in Ruskin, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Ruskin?

January and December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ruskin?

In Ruskin, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ruskin?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ruskin?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Ruskin, Nebraska, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Ruskin, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Ruskin, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Ruskin, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Ruskin, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (61%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Ruskin, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Ruskin, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Ruskin, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Ruskin, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ruskin, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Ruskin, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Ruskin, NE
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Ruskin, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Ruskin, NE
  • 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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