December weather forecastRichmond, MS
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Richmond, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.9°F (11.6°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C).Temperature
December's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a refreshing 60.8°F (16°C) in November to a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C). During the nights in December, the temperature averages to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C).Humidity
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In Richmond, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. In Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.2 days and collects up to 33.27" (845mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Richmond, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.2 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.
Sunshine
February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in December leads to these guidelines:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. 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
Average temperature in December
Richmond, MS
- Average high temperature in December: 52.9°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 (49.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 39.6°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 (34.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Richmond, 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
Richmond, MS
- Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Richmond, 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 (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Richmond, MS
- Average rainfall in December: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").
Average rainfall days in December
Richmond, MS
- Average rainfall days in December: 12 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Richmond, MS
- Average snowfall in December: 0.28"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Richmond, MS
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Richmond, 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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Richmond, MS
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Richmond, 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
Richmond, 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
Richmond, 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).
