December weather forecastTunica, MS
December
Weather in December
With the arrival of December, winter commences in Tunica with temperatures ranging from 39.2°F (4°C) to 51.4°F (10.8°C). Though the mercury drops, there is a certain warmth brought about by the festive season. The year ends with the city under a mixture of rain and a sprinkle of snow, evident of the fast-approaching white envelope. As the daylight hours contract to the shortest of the year, indoor activities and holiday preparations swell. This month concludes the year with a white sprinkle, embodying the cold splendor of Tunica winters.Temperature
As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). During the nights in December, the temperature averages to a cold 39.2°F (4°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Tunica is 78%.Rainfall
In Tunica, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.8 rainfall days, and 43.35" (1101mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Tunica, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Tunica, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.1 days and aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Tunica, MS
- Average high temperature in December: 51.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 39.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Tunica, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Tunica, MS
- Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Tunica, MS
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in December
Tunica, MS
- Average rainfall in December: 4.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").
Average rainfall days in December
Tunica, MS
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Tunica, MS
- Average snowfall in December: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Tunica, MS
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Tunica, 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: 5h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Tunica, MS
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Tunica, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Tunica, MS
- Average cloud cover in December: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in December
Tunica, 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).
