December weather forecastColumbus, MS
December
Weather in December
The weather of Columbus, Mississippi, in December becomes distinctly colder, with temperatures ranging from 40.6°F (4.8°C) to 54.7°F (12.6°C). The month is known for its emphasis on winter with decreasing daylight and short, chilly days. December's colder winds whirl in harmony with the ongoing festivities. Tiny snowflakes make rare appearances, gracing the city for only a short while. The echoes of winter in December complete the yearly cycle of weather in Columbus, Mississippi.Temperature
December in Columbus is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in November to a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) is noted in Columbus.Humidity
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
The wettest months are February, April and December, with an average 1.18" (30mm) of rainfall.Snowfall
January, February and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.08" (2mm) of accumulated snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Columbus, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Columbus, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Columbus. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Average temperature in December
Columbus, MS
- Average high temperature in December: 54.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 40.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Columbus, 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
Columbus, MS
- Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Columbus, MS
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Columbus, MS
- Average rainfall in December: 1.18"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February, April and December (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").
Average rainfall days in December
Columbus, MS
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Columbus, MS
- Average snowfall in December: 0.08"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Columbus, MS
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 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
Columbus, MS
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Columbus, MS
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Columbus, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Columbus, MS
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Columbus, 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).
