December weather forecast
Ruggles, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ruggles, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36°F (2.2°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

Ruggles's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to an icy 36°F (2.2°C). Ruggles witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In December, in Ruggles, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ruggles, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.2 days and collects up to 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ruggles, in December, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.33" (110mm) of snow. In Ruggles, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.9 days and aggregates up to 29.53" (750mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ruggles?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Ruggles, is 36°F (2.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December in Ruggles?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ruggles, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ruggles in December?

In December, in Ruggles, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Ruggles, PA

Average temperature in December - Ruggles, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Ruggles, PA

Average pressure in December - Ruggles, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ruggles, PA

Average wind speed in December - Ruggles, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Ruggles, PA

Average humidity in December - Ruggles, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Ruggles, PA

Average rainfall in December - Ruggles, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Ruggles, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Ruggles, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ruggles, PA

Average snowfall in December - Ruggles, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ruggles, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Ruggles, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ruggles, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ruggles, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ruggles, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Ruggles, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ruggles, PA

Average UV index in December - Ruggles, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Ruggles, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Ruggles, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Ruggles, PA

Average visibility in December - Ruggles, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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