December weather forecast
Southaven, MS

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Weather in December

In December, Southaven welcomes winter with low temperatures, short days, and a slight chance of snowfall. Despite receiving the least amount of daylight and sunshine hours of any month, December also sees the highest relative humidity, leading to very damp conditions. The cloud coverage increases making the skies overcast, yet the visibility remains the same, providing a clear view of the winter landscape. Interestingly, the wind speed also increases, making the ambient temperature seem lower than it actually is. In the depth of winter, Southaven witnesses a chill with temperatures from 38.5°F (3.6°C) to 51.1°F (10.6°C) and receives about 2.76" (70mm) of rainfall which rivals February’s rainfall quantity.

Temperature

December ushers in a minor alteration in Southaven's climate, with the average high-temperature moving from November's refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C) to a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C). Southaven registers a consistent average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) during December.

Humidity

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Southaven, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Southaven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.4 days and collects up to 27.76" (705mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Southaven, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.6 snowfall days, and 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:50 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Southaven is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Southaven?

The high-temperature, in December, in Southaven, records 51.1°F (10.6°C), while the low-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Southaven?

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Southaven?

The average relative humidity in December in Southaven is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Southaven?

In December, in Southaven, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Southaven in December?

In Southaven, Mississippi, in December, snow falls for 0.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Southaven?

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

How many hours of daylight does Southaven have in December?

In December, the average day length in Southaven, Mississippi, is 9h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Southaven?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Southaven, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Southaven have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Southaven?

The months with the lowest UV index in Southaven are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in December in Southaven?

In Southaven, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Southaven, MS

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).

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Average pressure in December
Southaven, MS

Average pressure in December - Southaven, 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Southaven, MS

Average wind speed in December - Southaven, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Southaven, MS

Average humidity in December - Southaven, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Southaven, MS

Average rainfall in December - Southaven, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Southaven, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Southaven, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Southaven, MS

Average snowfall in December - Southaven, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.31").
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
Southaven, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Southaven, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Southaven, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Southaven, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Southaven, MS

Average UV index in December - Southaven, 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 and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Southaven, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Southaven, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Southaven, MS

Average visibility in December - Southaven, 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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