December weather forecast
Ripley, OK

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Ripley, Oklahoma, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

Ripley's average high-temperature decreases in December, falling from a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C) in November to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). Throughout the month of December, Ripley witnesses an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 67%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 5.8 days and typically collects 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Ripley, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Ripley, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.7 days and aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Ripley, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ripley, is 48.6°F (9.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.9°F (0.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 67%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, in Ripley, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Ripley, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Ripley, OK
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Ripley, OK
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Ripley, OK
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Ripley, OK
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Ripley, OK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Ripley, OK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Ripley, OK
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Ripley, OK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ripley, OK
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Ripley, OK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.5 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Ripley, OK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Ripley, OK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Ripley, OK
  • 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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