December weather forecastGreenwood, MS
December
Weather in December
December marks the full onset of winter in Greenwood. The city records some of its lowest temperatures of the year, with a mean of 54.7°F (12.6°C). Rainfall, at 2.48" (63mm), complements the cold conditions to create a quintessential winter atmosphere. The occasional light snowfall further enhances the holiday season's spirit and aesthetics. While winter in Greenwood can be chilly, the mild conditions compared to other regions signal a soft ending to the year.Temperature
The transition into December subtly indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a cool 54.7°F (12.6°C) from November's enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C). Greenwood, during December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In Greenwood, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.2 rainfall days, and 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Greenwood, in December, snow falls for 0.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.5 snowfall days, and 0.55" (14mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Greenwood, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.UV index
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Greenwood, MS
- Average high temperature in December: 54.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 41.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Greenwood, 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
Greenwood, MS
- Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Greenwood, MS
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Greenwood, MS
- Average rainfall in December: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").
Average rainfall days in December
Greenwood, MS
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Greenwood, MS
- Average snowfall in December: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Greenwood, MS
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 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, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Greenwood, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Greenwood, MS
- Average sunshine days in December: 18 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Greenwood, 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, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Greenwood, 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 June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Greenwood, 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).
