December weather forecast
Decatur, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Decatur, Mississippi, with an average temperature ranging between min 41.9°F (5.5°C) and max 57.2°F (14°C).

Temperature

In Decatur, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from an enjoyable 64.4°F (18°C) in November to a mild 57.2°F (14°C). December in Decatur is noted for a mean low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Decatur, Mississippi. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Decatur. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Decatur, Mississippi, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.8 days and aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, in Decatur, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Decatur, Mississippi, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Decatur in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Decatur, is 57.2°F (14°C), while the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month in Decatur?

The most humid month in Decatur, Mississippi, is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Decatur?

In Decatur, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the rainiest month in Decatur?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Decatur, Mississippi. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Decatur?

In Decatur, Mississippi, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Decatur?

December is the first month it typically snows in Decatur. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Decatur?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 10h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Decatur?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Decatur, Mississippi, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Decatur?

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Decatur have in December?

In Decatur, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Decatur?

In Decatur, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Decatur, MS

Average temperature in December - Decatur, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Decatur, MS

Average pressure in December - Decatur, 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
Decatur, MS

Average wind speed in December - Decatur, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Decatur, MS

Average humidity in December - Decatur, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Decatur, MS

Average rainfall in December - Decatur, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Decatur, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Decatur, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Decatur, MS

Average snowfall in December - Decatur, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Decatur, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Decatur, 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, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Decatur, MS
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

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 5min

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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Decatur, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Decatur, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Decatur, MS

Average UV index in December - Decatur, 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 and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Decatur, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Decatur, 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 October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Decatur, MS

Average visibility in December - Decatur, MS
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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