December weather forecast
Ruthton, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Ruthton, Minnesota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December marks a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In December, Ruthton's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Ruthton, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Ruthton, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Ruthton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.8 days and collects up to 21.57" (548mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ruthton, in December, snow falls for 11 days, with typically accumulated 4.41" (112mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.5 snowfall days, and 21.34" (542mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ruthton, Minnesota, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature in Ruthton during December is 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and the low-temperature is 14.2°F (-9.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ruthton?

In Ruthton, in December, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ruthton, in December, during 11 snowfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ruthton?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ruthton have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ruthton have in December?

In Ruthton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Ruthton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Ruthton, MN

Average temperature in December - Ruthton, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Ruthton, MN

Average pressure in December - Ruthton, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ruthton, MN

Average wind speed in December - Ruthton, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Ruthton, MN

Average humidity in December - Ruthton, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Ruthton, MN

Average rainfall in December - Ruthton, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Ruthton, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Ruthton, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ruthton, MN

Average snowfall in December - Ruthton, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.41"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ruthton, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Ruthton, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ruthton, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ruthton, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ruthton, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Ruthton, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Ruthton, MN

Average UV index in December - Ruthton, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Ruthton, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Ruthton, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Ruthton, MN

Average visibility in December - Ruthton, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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