December weather forecast
Ruth, MS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ruth, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 59°F (15°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's comfortable 66°F (18.9°C) to a mild 59°F (15°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Ruth, Mississippi, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ruth, Mississippi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.2 days and collects up to 17.8" (452mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ruth, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, in Ruth, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in December leads to these recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ruth in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ruth, records 59°F (15°C), while the low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Ruth, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ruth, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated snow.

When does it start snowing in Ruth?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ruth have in December?

In Ruth, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ruth?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ruth, MS

Average temperature in December - Ruth, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Ruth, MS

Average pressure in December - Ruth, MS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ruth, MS

Average wind speed in December - Ruth, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Ruth, MS

Average humidity in December - Ruth, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Ruth, MS

Average rainfall in December - Ruth, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Ruth, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Ruth, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ruth, MS

Average snowfall in December - Ruth, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ruth, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Ruth, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.3 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
Ruth, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ruth, MS
  • 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ruth, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Ruth, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Ruth, MS

Average UV index in December - Ruth, MS
  • 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 and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Ruth, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Ruth, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Ruth, MS

Average visibility in December - Ruth, MS
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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