December weather forecastGulf Hills, MS

December

Weather in December

December marks the inception of winter in Gulf Hills. The mercury continues to fall, and the city experiences one of its lowest temperatures of the year, with average highs of 61.9°F (16.6°C) and lows of 50.4°F (10.2°C). Subtly, the clouds increase, acting as a cover against the cold, and the city gets up to minimal sunshine hours. Rainfall levels pick up slightly compared to the dry autumn season, making it moderately wet. With the winter holidays approaching, Gulf Hills in December exudes a cozy, festive spirit.

Temperature

A subtle shift in Gulf Hills's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C) to a comfortable 61.9°F (16.6°C). Gulf Hills experiences a nighttime temperature average of 50.4°F (10.2°C) during December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Gulf Hills, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 179.4 rainfall days, and 40.71" (1034mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C).
Note: Swimming in water of 60.6°F (15.9°C) is not enjoyable for the majority of individuals. Breathing control becomes increasingly challenging as the temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in December translates into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Updated: Aug 3, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during December is 61.9°F (16.6°C) and the low-temperature is 50.4°F (10.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

The average relative humidity in December in Gulf Hills is 79%.

In Gulf Hills, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 3.43" (87mm) of accumulated precipitation.

February through December are months without snowfall.

In Gulf Hills, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

In Gulf Hills, in December, the average water temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C). For most, swimming in 60.6°F (15.9°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 10h and 13min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

In Gulf Hills, Mississippi, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

68.2°F

61.9°F

59.2°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.6mph

8.9mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

0.4

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

19.8

15.5

17.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Gulf Hills, MS

Average high temperature in December: 61.9°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.2°F).

Average low temperature in December: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).

Average pressure in December
Gulf Hills, MS

Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gulf Hills, MS

Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Gulf Hills, MS

Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Gulf Hills, MS

Average rainfall in December: 3.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Gulf Hills, MS

Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gulf Hills, MS

Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gulf Hills, MS

Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Gulf Hills, MS

Average sea temperature in December: 60.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (56.5°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gulf Hills, MS

Average daylight in December: 10h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

Average sunshine in December: 5h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gulf Hills, MS

Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (5.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Gulf Hills, MS

Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Gulf Hills, MS

Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Gulf Hills, 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).