December weather forecastPascagoula, MS

December

Weather in December

December rolls in with full winter in Pascagoula, presenting temperatures ranging from 49.3°F (9.6°C) to 63°F (17.2°C). Despite the cooler temperatures, the city still records rainfall measurements of 3.58" (91mm) over 13.1 days. Short days, longer nights, and an average of 10.2 daylight hours encapsulate Pascagoula's winter ambiance. A slight increase in the cloud cover gives the city its typical wintry silhouette. As the calendar year comes to a close, the city underlines the temperature drop, manifesting the winter's full arrival.

Temperature

December brings a minor shift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a pleasant 68.5°F (20.3°C) in November to a refreshing 63°F (17.2°C). Throughout the month of December, Pascagoula witnesses an average temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Pascagoula, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation. In Pascagoula, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.9 days and collects up to 39.33" (999mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Pascagoula, in December, the average water temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C).
Note: Most people do not enjoy swimming in water that is 60.6°F (15.9°C). Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as the water temperature dips under 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Pascagoula.

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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in December interprets into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in December, in Pascagoula, is 63°F (17.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 49.3°F (9.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 100.4°F (38°C).

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

In Pascagoula, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

In Pascagoula, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

February through December are months without snowfall.

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

In December, the average ocean 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 Pascagoula, the average day length in December is 10h and 14min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

February and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

In Pascagoula, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

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 estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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

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December

Jan

Average high temperature

68.5°F

63°F

59.5°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8mph

8.3mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

0.2

0.5

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

19.3

15.8

17.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Pascagoula, MS

Average high temperature in December: 63°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).

Average low temperature in December: 49.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Pascagoula, 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
Pascagoula, MS

Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Pascagoula, MS

Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Pascagoula, MS

Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.79").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Pascagoula, MS

Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pascagoula, MS

Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
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
Pascagoula, MS

Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Pascagoula, 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
Pascagoula, 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 18min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pascagoula, MS

Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Pascagoula, 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
Pascagoula, 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 24).

Average visibility in December
Pascagoula, 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).