December weather forecast
Petertown, MS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Petertown, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 52°F (11.1°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) in November to a cool 52°F (11.1°C). December's average low-temperature reading in Petertown settles at a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Petertown 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, Mississippi, in December, snow falls for 1.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Petertown, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.3 days and aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
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, in Petertown, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Petertown are February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Petertown in December?

In Petertown, in December, the average high-temperature is 52°F (11.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Petertown?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month in Petertown.

What is the average humidity in December in Petertown?

The average relative humidity in December in Petertown is 80%.

How much does it rain in Petertown in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Petertown?

In Petertown, during December, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Petertown?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Petertown, Mississippi.

How many hours of daylight does Petertown have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Petertown?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Petertown?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Petertown have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Petertown?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Petertown.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Petertown?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Petertown, Mississippi, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Petertown, MS

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).

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Average pressure in December
Petertown, MS

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Petertown, MS

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).

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Average humidity in December
Petertown, MS

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Petertown, MS

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Petertown, MS

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Petertown, MS

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Petertown, MS

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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Petertown, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Petertown, MS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Petertown, MS

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).

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Average UV index in December
Petertown, MS

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Petertown, MS

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).

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Average visibility in December
Petertown, MS

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).

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