December weather forecast
Clarksdale, MS

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Weather in December

December in Clarksdale, Mississippi, brings in the full swing of winter. Temperatures drop further from November as people bundle up in warmer clothing. Preparations for Christmas and the New Year dominate activities within the city. It is worth noting that snowfall remains at a minimum despite the December chill, with absolutely no snow recorded. As the year comes to an end, the holiday spirit fills Clarksdale with a unique warmth, enlivening the cold winter days.

Temperature

With the onset of December, Clarksdale's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in November to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). In the month of December, Clarksdale witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Clarksdale are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 102.7 rainfall days, and 11.02" (280mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Clarksdale, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Clarksdale, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Clarksdale?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Clarksdale, is 52.7°F (11.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°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 appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Clarksdale?

The months with the highest humidity are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Clarksdale?

In December, the average relative humidity in Clarksdale, Mississippi, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Clarksdale?

In Clarksdale, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Clarksdale?

In Clarksdale, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

What is the month with the shortest days in Clarksdale?

The month with the shortest days in Clarksdale, Mississippi, is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

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

In Clarksdale, the average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Clarksdale?

On the first day of December in Clarksdale, Mississippi, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Clarksdale?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Clarksdale are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Clarksdale?

In Clarksdale, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Clarksdale, MS

Average temperature in December - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Clarksdale, MS

Average pressure in December - Clarksdale, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Clarksdale, MS

Average wind speed in December - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Clarksdale, MS

Average humidity in December - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in December
Clarksdale, MS

Average rainfall in December - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and July (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Clarksdale, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Clarksdale, MS

Average snowfall in December - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Clarksdale, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clarksdale, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Clarksdale, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Clarksdale, MS

Average UV index in December - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Clarksdale, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Clarksdale, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Clarksdale, MS

Average visibility in December - Clarksdale, MS
  • 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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