December weather forecastClinton, MS
December
Weather in December
Clinton, Mississippi firmly enters winter in December, with temperatures continuing to drop to an average high of 57.2°F (14°C). Compared to the mildness of November, the chilly embrace of December is noticeably more pronounced. This month is the start of the holiday season, often characterised by the accompanying winter-like weather. Despite warmer temperatures in the daylight, frosty evenings are common, giving a crisp edge to the cold winter air. Signs of impending snowfall are also present, although with minimal accumulation, measuring around 0.12" (3mm).Temperature
The advent of December in Clinton brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 64.2°F (17.9°C) in November to a mild 57.2°F (14°C). Clinton's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a chilly 42.8°F (6°C).Humidity
February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Clinton.Rainfall
In Clinton, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Clinton, there are 165.1 rainfall days, and 38.11" (968mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall in Clinton. December is the first month it typically snows in Clinton. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Clinton, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.1 days and aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Clinton is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, in Clinton, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 5h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during December morphs into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Clinton, MS
- Average high temperature in December: 57.2°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 42.8°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Clinton, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Clinton, MS
- Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Clinton, MS
- 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 October (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Clinton, MS
- Average rainfall in December: 3.39"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.32").
Average rainfall days in December
Clinton, MS
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Clinton, MS
- Average snowfall in December: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Clinton, MS
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Clinton, MS
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Clinton, MS
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Clinton, MS
- Average UV index in December: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Clinton, MS
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Clinton, 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).
