December weather forecast
Ruby, WI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Ruby, Wisconsin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.8°F (-10.1°C) and 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Ruby's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's icy 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a freezing cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C). An average minimum temperature of 13.8°F (-10.1°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

In Ruby, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Ruby, in December, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.4 rainfall days, and 26.26" (667mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 16.5 days. Throughout December, 6.5" (165mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 84 snowfall days, and 33.46" (850mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ruby, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ruby are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Ruby experiences an average high-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and a low-temperature of 13.8°F (-10.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Ruby is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ruby, in December, during 16.5 snowfall days, 6.5" (165mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ruby?

December has the shortest days of the year in Ruby, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. 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
Ruby, WI

Average temperature in December - Ruby, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Ruby, WI

Average pressure in December - Ruby, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ruby, WI

Average wind speed in December - Ruby, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Ruby, WI

Average humidity in December - Ruby, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Ruby, WI

Average rainfall in December - Ruby, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Ruby, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Ruby, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ruby, WI

Average snowfall in December - Ruby, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ruby, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Ruby, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ruby, WI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ruby, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ruby, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Ruby, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Ruby, WI

Average UV index in December - Ruby, WI
  • 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Ruby, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Ruby, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Ruby, WI

Average visibility in December - Ruby, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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