December weather forecast
Ruthton, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ruthton, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 14.2°F (-9.9°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). Throughout December, Ruthton encounters an average temperature drop to 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Ruthton, Minnesota, is 86%.

Rainfall

In Ruthton, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ruthton, there are 113.8 rainfall days, and 21.57" (548mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ruthton, during December, snow falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow. In Ruthton, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.5 days and aggregates up to 21.34" (542mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ruthton is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ruthton, 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.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Ruthton is 4h.

UV index

In Ruthton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ruthton?

In Ruthton, 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 14.2°F (-9.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ruthton?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in Ruthton in December?

In Ruthton, Minnesota, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ruthton in December?

In December, in Ruthton, it is snowing for 11 days. Throughout December, 4.41" (112mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ruthton?

The month with the shortest days in Ruthton, Minnesota, is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ruthton?

On the first day of December in Ruthton, Minnesota, 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 long on average sun shines in December in Ruthton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ruthton?

In Ruthton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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").

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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).

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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").

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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