December weather forecast
Ripley, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Ripley, Mississippi, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and an average low of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

In Ripley, the average high-temperature in December slightly decreases from a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) in November to a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C). In Ripley, the average low-temperature during the month of December is a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ripley, Mississippi, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. In Ripley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.2 days and collects up to 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ripley are January through March, November and December. In Ripley, Mississippi, during December, snow falls for 0.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Ripley, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.8 days and aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ripley, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Ripley?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ripley, is 51.1°F (10.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 37.8°F (3.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months in Ripley?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Ripley?

In Ripley, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Ripley in December?

In Ripley, Mississippi, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ripley?

In Ripley, in December, during 0.4 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ripley?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ripley have in December?

In Ripley, Mississippi, the average day length in December is 9h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ripley?

On the first day of December in Ripley, Mississippi, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ripley have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ripley, Mississippi, is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ripley?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ripley?

In Ripley, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Ripley, MS

Average temperature in December - Ripley, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ripley, MS

Average pressure in December - Ripley, 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
Ripley, MS

Average wind speed in December - Ripley, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ripley, MS

Average humidity in December - Ripley, 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
Ripley, MS

Average rainfall in December - Ripley, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ripley, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Ripley, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ripley, MS

Average snowfall in December - Ripley, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
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
Ripley, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Ripley, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ripley, 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 5min

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
Ripley, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Ripley, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ripley, MS

Average UV index in December - Ripley, 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
Ripley, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Ripley, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Ripley, MS

Average visibility in December - Ripley, 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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