December weather forecast
Ruth, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ruth, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.4°F (8°C) and min 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

December signifies a gentle decline in Ruth's average high-temperature, easing from a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). In the month of December, Ruth witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Ruth, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ruth, there are 175.1 rainfall days, and 38.31" (973mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ruth are January through April, October through December. In Ruth, Kentucky, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ruth, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.4 days and aggregates up to 12.32" (313mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Ruth, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ruth, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Ruth?

In Ruth, in December, the average high-temperature is 46.4°F (8°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Ruth?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Ruth?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Ruth in December?

In Ruth, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ruth?

In Ruth, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ruth?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ruth, Kentucky.

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

In Ruth, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ruth?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ruth have in December?

In Ruth, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Ruth, Kentucky, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Ruth?

In Ruth, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ruth, KY

Average temperature in December - Ruth, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ruth, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ruth, KY

Average wind speed in December - Ruth, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ruth, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ruth, KY

Average rainfall in December - Ruth, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ruth, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Ruth, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ruth, KY

Average snowfall in December - Ruth, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ruth, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Ruth, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ruth, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Ruth, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Ruth, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ruth, KY

Average UV index in December - Ruth, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ruth, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Ruth, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Ruth, KY

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

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

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