December weather forecast
Tupelo, MS

Share
The scenic greenery around the old Natchez hiking trail in Tupelo, Mississippi
The scenic greenery around the old Natchez hiking trail in Tupelo, Mississippi

Weather in December

December wraps the year in Tupelo with the return of the winter cold. This month is the second coldest on record with temperatures averaging between 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C). The low temperatures often lead to frosty mornings, making it essential to dress in layers. Snowfall is slight yet present during this month adding a white touch to the scenery, particularly around Christmas. Considering the decrease in sunshine hours to 4.8 hours per day and an increase in cloud cover, it becomes evident that winter has settled in Tupelo for the season.

Temperature

During the shift to December, Tupelo records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C) in November to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). In Tupelo, an average nighttime temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Tupelo, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Tupelo, Mississippi, there are 159.4 rainfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Tupelo, during December, snow falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.7 snowfall days, and 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Tupelo, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Tupelo. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in December leads to these recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Tupelo?

The high-temperature, in December, in Tupelo, is 52.7°F (11.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Tupelo?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Tupelo?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Tupelo?

In Tupelo, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Tupelo?

In Tupelo, Mississippi, in December, snow falls for 0.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tupelo?

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

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

The average day length in December in Tupelo, Mississippi, is 9h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Tupelo?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tupelo, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tupelo have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Tupelo is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Tupelo?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Tupelo?

In Tupelo, 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 Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Tupelo, MS

Average temperature in December - Tupelo, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.7°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 (49.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.5°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in December
Tupelo, MS

Average pressure in December - Tupelo, 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).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in December
Tupelo, MS

Average wind speed in December - Tupelo, 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).

[Resources]

Average humidity in December
Tupelo, MS

Average humidity in December - Tupelo, 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%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in December
Tupelo, MS

Average rainfall in December - Tupelo, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.69").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in December
Tupelo, MS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in December
Tupelo, MS

Average snowfall in December - Tupelo, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in December
Tupelo, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Tupelo, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

[Resources]

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tupelo, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in December
Tupelo, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Tupelo, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in December
Tupelo, MS

Average UV index in December - Tupelo, 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).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in December
Tupelo, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Tupelo, 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).

[Resources]

Average visibility in December
Tupelo, MS

Average visibility in December - Tupelo, MS
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

[Resources]

Tupelo, Mississippi, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location