December weather forecastNew Salem, MS
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in New Salem, Mississippi, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).Temperature
New Salem's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a refreshing 60.6°F (15.9°C) in November to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). In New Salem, an average nighttime temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) is expected during December.Humidity
The most humid month in New Salem is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In New Salem, Mississippi, in December, during 12.3 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in New Salem, there are 158.8 rainfall days, and 34.25" (870mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall in New Salem, Mississippi. December is the first month it typically snows in New Salem. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In New Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.6 days and aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in New Salem, Mississippi.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in New Salem, Mississippi. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
New Salem, MS
- Average high temperature in December: 52.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).
Average pressure in December
New Salem, 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
New Salem, MS
- Average wind speed in December: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).
Average humidity in December
New Salem, MS
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (72%).
Average rainfall in December
New Salem, MS
- Average rainfall in December: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").
Average rainfall days in December
New Salem, MS
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).
Average snowfall in December
New Salem, MS
- Average snowfall in December: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
New Salem, MS
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 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
New Salem, MS
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 42min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
New Salem, MS
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).
Average UV index in December
New Salem, 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, February, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
New Salem, MS
- Average cloud cover in December: 49
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
New Salem, MS
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
