December weather forecast
Rusk, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rusk, is still a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 57°F (13.9°C) and an average low of 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Rusk's weather displays a minor decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's comfortable 65.1°F (18.4°C) to a still refreshing 57°F (13.9°C). During December, the average low-temperature is recorded at a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Humidity

In Rusk, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Rusk, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rusk, Texas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.1 days and collects up to 32.32" (821mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Rusk, is 57°F (13.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 42.1°F (5.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is estimated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Rusk, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall in Rusk.

Does it snow in December?

In Rusk, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rusk?

December has the shortest days of the year in Rusk, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rusk have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Rusk, Texas, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Rusk, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rusk, TX

Average temperature in December - Rusk, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 57°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Rusk, TX

Average pressure in December - Rusk, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rusk, TX

Average wind speed in December - Rusk, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Rusk, TX

Average humidity in December - Rusk, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Rusk, TX

Average rainfall in December - Rusk, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.74").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Rusk, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Rusk, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rusk, TX

Average snowfall in December - Rusk, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rusk, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Rusk, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rusk, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rusk, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rusk, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Rusk, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Rusk, TX

Average UV index in December - Rusk, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Rusk, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Rusk, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Rusk, TX

Average visibility in December - Rusk, TX
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, April and May (5mi).

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