December weather forecastDe Soto, MS

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in De Soto, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C) in November to a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C). Throughout December, the temperature in De Soto, Mississippi, tends to fall to a consistent average low of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month in De Soto, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in De Soto. Rain falls for 13.1 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in De Soto. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in De Soto, records 57.9°F (14.4°C), while the low-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 102.2°F (39°C).

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month in De Soto.

The average relative humidity in December in De Soto, Mississippi, is 81%.

December is the month with the most rainfall in De Soto, Mississippi. Rain falls for 13.1 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

In December, in De Soto, Mississippi, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

December is the month with the most snowfall in De Soto. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

The average day length in December in De Soto is 10h and 6min.

On the first day of December in De Soto, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in De Soto, Mississippi.

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in De Soto.

In De Soto, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
De Soto, MS

  • Average high temperature in December: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.3°F).

Average pressure in December
De Soto, 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
De Soto, MS

  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
De Soto, MS

  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
De Soto, MS

  • Average rainfall in December: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
De Soto, MS

  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
De Soto, MS

  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
De Soto, MS

  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (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
De Soto, 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: 4h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
De Soto, MS

  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.5 days).

Average UV index in December
De Soto, MS

  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
De Soto, 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 October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
De Soto, MS

  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).