December weather forecast
Altitude, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Altitude, Mississippi, with an average temperature varying between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

Altitude in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C) to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C). During December, the nighttime temperature in Altitude averages of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Altitude, in December, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Altitude, Mississippi, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Altitude, there are 6.1 snowfall days, and 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Altitude, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, in Altitude, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Altitude, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Altitude?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 51.8°F (11°C) and a low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Altitude?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Altitude?

The average relative humidity in December in Altitude, Mississippi, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Altitude?

In Altitude, Mississippi, in December, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Altitude in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Altitude?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Altitude, Mississippi.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Altitude?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Altitude, Mississippi, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Altitude have in December?

In Altitude, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Altitude?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Altitude?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Altitude, Mississippi, 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
Altitude, MS

Average temperature in December - Altitude, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).

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Average pressure in December
Altitude, MS

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Altitude, MS

Average wind speed in December - Altitude, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Altitude, MS

Average humidity in December - Altitude, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Altitude, MS

Average rainfall in December - Altitude, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Altitude, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Altitude, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Altitude, MS

Average snowfall in December - Altitude, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Altitude, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Altitude, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Altitude, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Altitude, MS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Altitude, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Altitude, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Altitude, MS

Average UV index in December - Altitude, MS
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Altitude, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Altitude, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Altitude, MS

Average visibility in December - Altitude, MS
  • 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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