December weather forecast
Pontotoc, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Pontotoc, Mississippi, with an average temperature varying between 39°F (3.9°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a refreshing 60.3°F (15.7°C) in November to a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C). Throughout December, the temperature falls to an average low of 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Pontotoc, Mississippi, are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in Pontotoc, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pontotoc, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 36.93" (938mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Pontotoc, Mississippi, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 5.9 snowfall days, and 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Pontotoc, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Pontotoc is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Pontotoc in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Pontotoc, is 52.7°F (11.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 39°F (3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Pontotoc?

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Pontotoc, Mississippi.

What is the average humidity in December in Pontotoc?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pontotoc?

In December, in Pontotoc, Mississippi, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Pontotoc in December?

In December, in Pontotoc, Mississippi, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pontotoc?

The month with the shortest days in Pontotoc, Mississippi, is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Pontotoc?

In December, the average day length in Pontotoc, Mississippi, is 9h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Pontotoc?

On the first day of December in Pontotoc, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pontotoc?

The average sunshine duration in December in Pontotoc, Mississippi, is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Pontotoc?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Pontotoc, Mississippi.

How high is the UV index in December in Pontotoc?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Pontotoc, Mississippi, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pontotoc, MS

Average temperature in December - Pontotoc, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pontotoc, MS

Average pressure in December - Pontotoc, 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
Pontotoc, MS

Average wind speed in December - Pontotoc, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pontotoc, MS

Average humidity in December - Pontotoc, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pontotoc, MS

Average rainfall in December - Pontotoc, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pontotoc, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Pontotoc, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pontotoc, MS

Average snowfall in December - Pontotoc, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.47").
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
Pontotoc, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Pontotoc, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 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
Pontotoc, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pontotoc, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pontotoc, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Pontotoc, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pontotoc, MS

Average UV index in December - Pontotoc, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Pontotoc, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Pontotoc, 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 September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Pontotoc, MS

Average visibility in December - Pontotoc, 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).

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