December weather forecast
Ruth, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Ruth, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and max 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

A shift in Ruth's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C). Ruth records a slight downturn to an average a subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Ruth, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ruth, there are 147 rainfall days, and 25.67" (652mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Ruth. In Ruth, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.4 snowfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ruth, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ruth are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ruth in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ruth, is 34.5°F (1.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ruth?

In Ruth, Michigan, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ruth?

In Ruth, Michigan, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Ruth?

In Ruth, Michigan, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ruth?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

In Ruth, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ruth?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ruth, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ruth?

In Ruth, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ruth?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ruth?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Ruth is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Ruth, MI

Average temperature in December - Ruth, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Ruth, MI

Average pressure in December - Ruth, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ruth, MI

Average wind speed in December - Ruth, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (15.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Ruth, MI

Average humidity in December - Ruth, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Ruth, MI

Average rainfall in December - Ruth, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Ruth, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Ruth, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ruth, MI

Average snowfall in December - Ruth, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Ruth, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Ruth, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ruth, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ruth, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ruth, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Ruth, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Ruth, MI

Average UV index in December - Ruth, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Ruth, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Ruth, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Ruth, MI

Average visibility in December - Ruth, MI
  • 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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