December weather forecastPetertown, MS
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Petertown, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between min 37.9°F (3.3°C) and max 52°F (11.1°C).Temperature
The commencement of December includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C) in November to a cool 52°F (11.1°C). Petertown reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) in December.Humidity
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In Petertown, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. In Petertown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.1 days and collects up to 38.11" (968mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Petertown are January through March, November and December. In Petertown, in December, during 1.2 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 7.3 snowfall days, and 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.
Sunshine
February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Petertown, MS
- Average high temperature in December: 52°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Petertown, 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
Petertown, MS
- Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Petertown, MS
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Petertown, MS
- Average rainfall in December: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").
Average rainfall days in December
Petertown, MS
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Petertown, MS
- Average snowfall in December: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Petertown, MS
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Petertown, 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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Petertown, MS
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Petertown, MS
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Petertown, MS
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Petertown, MS
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May and July (5mi).
