December weather forecastHale, MS

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Hale, Mississippi, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C) in November to a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C). In December, the average low-temperature is a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. 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. 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 December, sunrise is at 6:38 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.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

In Hale, in December, the average high-temperature is 57.9°F (14.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is calculated to be 102.2°F (39°C).

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

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

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

In Hale, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 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.

In Hale, the average day length in December is 10h and 6min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:38 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.

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hale, 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
Hale, 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
Hale, 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
Hale, 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
Hale, 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
Hale, 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
Hale, 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
Hale, 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
Hale, 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
Hale, 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
Hale, 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
Hale, 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
Hale, 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).