December weather forecast
Utica, MS

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Weather in December

Closing the year, December brings along freezing temperatures, longer nights and decreased daylight hours. This month experiences the rare sight of snow, with an average snowfall close to 0.08" (2mm). Despite the winter season, the city remains largely free of clouds, letting in substantial sunlight during the day. The winds continue to gust at higher speeds of 12.4mph (20km/h), bringing in a chilling breeze. This contributes to the festive spirit of December, adding a particular charm to Utica, Mississippi.

Temperature

December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from an enjoyable 64.6°F (18.1°C) in November to a still refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C). During the nights in December, Utica experiences a consistent average temperature of 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Utica, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.5 rainfall days, and 31.65" (804mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Utica, Mississippi, are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Utica. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Utica, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.5 days and aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Utica, Mississippi, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Utica, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Utica. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Utica in December?

The high-temperature during December is 57.6°F (14.2°C) and the low-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 100.4°F (38°C).

What are the most humid months in Utica?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Utica?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Utica in December?

In Utica, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Utica?

December is the first month it typically snows in Utica. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Utica?

The month with the shortest days in Utica, Mississippi, is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Utica, Mississippi, is 10h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Utica?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Utica?

The average sunshine duration in December in Utica is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Utica?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Utica?

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

Average temperature in December - Utica, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Utica, MS

Average pressure in December - Utica, 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
Utica, MS

Average wind speed in December - Utica, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Utica, MS

Average humidity in December - Utica, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Utica, MS

Average rainfall in December - Utica, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
Utica, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Utica, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Utica, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Utica, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Utica, MS
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Utica, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Utica, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Utica, MS

Average UV index in December - Utica, MS
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Utica, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Utica, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Utica, MS

Average visibility in December - Utica, 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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