December weather forecast
Ruffin, NC

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ruffin, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50°F (10°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

In Ruffin, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from a refreshing 57.2°F (14°C) in November to a cool 50°F (10°C). Throughout the nights in December, Ruffin experiences an average low-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Ruffin, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ruffin, there are 155 rainfall days, and 30" (762mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.2 days and accumulates 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February 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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 50°F (10°C) and 35.6°F (2°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month in Ruffin, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.2 days and accumulates 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ruffin, during December, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ruffin have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ruffin, NC

Average temperature in December - Ruffin, NC
  • Average high temperature in December: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Ruffin, NC

Average pressure in December - Ruffin, NC
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ruffin, NC

Average wind speed in December - Ruffin, NC
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Ruffin, NC

Average humidity in December - Ruffin, NC
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Ruffin, NC

Average rainfall in December - Ruffin, NC
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Ruffin, NC

Average rainfall days in December - Ruffin, NC
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ruffin, NC

Average snowfall in December - Ruffin, NC
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ruffin, NC

Average snowfall days in December - Ruffin, NC
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ruffin, NC

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ruffin, NC
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ruffin, NC

Average sunshine days in December - Ruffin, NC
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ruffin, NC

Average UV index in December - Ruffin, NC
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ruffin, NC

Average cloud cover in December - Ruffin, NC
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Ruffin, NC

Average visibility in December - Ruffin, NC
  • 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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