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Weather & Climate in Ruth, NV
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ruth has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 63.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 6,866 feet.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 42.4°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 330 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,866 ft (2,093 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 760/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2793°N, 114.9900°W |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles |
| County | White Pine County County |
| Nearest Airport | Elko Regional (EKO) 115 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 12.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 32.5 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 3.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
239 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.6.
| Sep 10, 2019 | 44 km E of Austin, Nevada | M4.6 | 138 km | 9 km |
| Jul 19, 2023 | 45 km E of Austin, Nevada | M4.5 | 135 km | 4 km |
| May 16, 1997 | 43 km ESE of Lamoille, Nevada | M4.4 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Jan 15, 1993 | 47 km SW of Eureka, Nevada | M4.2 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Jun 29, 2024 | 35 km ESE of Austin, Nevada | M4.1 | 146 km | 8 km |
| Jul 21, 1992 | Nevada | M4.1 | 55 km | 5 km |
| Jun 3, 2016 | 14 km NE of Eureka, Nevada | M4.0 | 80 km | 0 km |
| Feb 28, 2015 | 27 km W of Preston, Nevada | M3.9 | 53 km | 0 km |
| Jan 25, 2019 | 82 km N of Rachel, Nevada | M3.8 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Mar 14, 2006 | 24 km N of Eureka, Nevada | M3.8 | 94 km | 0 km |
| Sep 10, 2019 | 46 km W of Eureka, Nevada | M3.8 | 133 km | 9 km |
| Sep 8, 2011 | 33 km ESE of Eureka, Nevada | M3.8 | 55 km | 0 km |
| Dec 8, 1990 | 25 km WNW of Preston, Nevada | M3.8 | 39 km | 10 km |
| Oct 12, 2013 | 23 km W of Preston, Nevada | M3.8 | 49 km | 9 km |
| Aug 29, 2013 | 42 km WNW of Preston, Nevada | M3.8 | 49 km | 0 km |
| Aug 11, 1999 | 46 km SSE of Eureka, Nevada | M3.7 | 61 km | 5 km |
| Aug 16, 1996 | 39 km ESE of Austin, Nevada | M3.7 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Apr 3, 1995 | 46 km E of Austin, Nevada | M3.7 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Nov 30, 1998 | 37 km NE of Eureka, Nevada | M3.7 | 84 km | 5 km |
| May 4, 2015 | 53 km SSE of Eureka, Nevada | M3.7 | 63 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
8 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF0.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Jun 9, 2006 | EF0 | 95 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 23, 1998 | EF0 | 8 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Jun 23, 1998 | EF0 | 8 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Jun 12, 1988 | EF0 | 29 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 17, 1987 | EF0 | 1 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Aug 19, 1977 | EF0 | 25 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 11, 1975 | EF0 | 36 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sep 8, 1967 | EF0 | 25 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: GOSHUTE CAVE (27,393 acres, 2018).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2018 | GOSHUTE CAVE | 27,393 | 94 km |
| 1996 | RAINBOW COMPLEX (MULE) | 17,858 | 94 km |
| 2014 | HAMPTON | 11,675 | 75 km |
| 2012 | NORTH SCHELL | 11,652 | 51 km |
| 2000 | CHERRY | 8,562 | 80 km |
| 2020 | BROWN | 8,445 | 51 km |
| 2014 | LAGES | 8,119 | 93 km |
| 2016 | OVERLAND | 7,680 | 93 km |
| 2012 | EGAN | 7,242 | 58 km |
| 2015 | DIAMOND | 6,508 | 79 km |
| 2022 | BECKY PEAK | 6,310 | 85 km |
| 2001 | BUTTE | 5,330 | 85 km |
| 2004 | CHROME | 5,113 | 90 km |
| 2012 | RANGE | 4,882 | 19 km |
| 2013 | BLACK | 4,798 | 85 km |
| 1985 | GEYSER 2 | 4,755 | 92 km |
| 1987 | BASSET | 4,742 | 43 km |
| 2016 | STRAWBERRY | 4,507 | 66 km |
| 2007 | CATHEDRAL | 4,202 | 44 km |
| 1984 | MCCOY | 4,101 | 42 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 0.9 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 1.1 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 33°F (1°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
Ruth has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 23°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (1.3") and December the driest (0.8").