December weather forecast
Ruckersville, VA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ruckersville, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and max 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

In Ruckersville, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). During the month of December, Ruckersville anticipates a mean low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Ruckersville are May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ruckersville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.9 days and collects up to 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ruckersville are January through April, November and December. In Ruckersville, Virginia, in December, during 1.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ruckersville, there are 14.6 snowfall days, and 10.43" (265mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, in Ruckersville, Virginia, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ruckersville in December?

Ruckersville in December has an average high-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Ruckersville?

May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months in Ruckersville, Virginia.

What is the average humidity in December in Ruckersville?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Ruckersville in December?

In Ruckersville, Virginia, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ruckersville in December?

In Ruckersville, Virginia, in December, during 1.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ruckersville?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Ruckersville?

In December, the average day length in Ruckersville is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ruckersville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Ruckersville?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ruckersville?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ruckersville is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ruckersville?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ruckersville?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ruckersville is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ruckersville, VA

Average temperature in December - Ruckersville, VA
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Ruckersville, VA

Average pressure in December - Ruckersville, VA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ruckersville, VA

Average wind speed in December - Ruckersville, VA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Ruckersville, VA

Average humidity in December - Ruckersville, VA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Ruckersville, VA

Average rainfall in December - Ruckersville, VA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Ruckersville, VA

Average rainfall days in December - Ruckersville, VA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ruckersville, VA

Average snowfall in December - Ruckersville, VA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ruckersville, VA

Average snowfall days in December - Ruckersville, VA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Ruckersville, VA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ruckersville, VA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ruckersville, VA

Average sunshine days in December - Ruckersville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Ruckersville, VA

Average UV index in December - Ruckersville, VA
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ruckersville, VA

Average cloud cover in December - Ruckersville, VA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Ruckersville, VA

Average visibility in December - Ruckersville, VA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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