December weather forecast
Rutledge, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rutledge, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C). Rutledge observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rutledge, Missouri, there are 136.6 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rutledge are January through April, October through December. In Rutledge, Missouri, in December, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Rutledge, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.3 days and aggregates up to 13.86" (352mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Rutledge, Missouri, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Rutledge, Missouri, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rutledge, Missouri, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Rutledge?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Rutledge, is 37°F (2.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.2°F (-3.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rutledge?

In Rutledge, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rutledge?

In Rutledge, during December, the rain falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rutledge in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rutledge?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rutledge, Missouri.

How many hours of daylight does Rutledge have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rutledge?

On the first day of December in Rutledge, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rutledge have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rutledge?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Rutledge?

In Rutledge, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rutledge, MO

Average temperature in December - Rutledge, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Rutledge, MO

Average pressure in December - Rutledge, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rutledge, MO

Average wind speed in December - Rutledge, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Rutledge, MO

Average humidity in December - Rutledge, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Rutledge, MO

Average rainfall in December - Rutledge, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Rutledge, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Rutledge, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rutledge, MO

Average snowfall in December - Rutledge, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rutledge, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Rutledge, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rutledge, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rutledge, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rutledge, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Rutledge, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Rutledge, MO

Average UV index in December - Rutledge, MO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Rutledge, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Rutledge, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Rutledge, MO

Average visibility in December - Rutledge, MO
  • 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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