December weather forecast
Artesia, MS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Artesia, is still a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and an average high of 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

With the commencement of December, Artesia records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from November's comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C) to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). During December, the average low-temperature is recorded at a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Artesia, Mississippi, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Artesia, Mississippi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Artesia are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Artesia. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Artesia, there are 3.8 snowfall days, and 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Artesia, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Artesia in December?

During December, Artesia experiences an average high-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a low-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Artesia?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Artesia?

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

How much does it rain in Artesia in December?

In Artesia, Mississippi, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Artesia?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Artesia?

December has the shortest days of the year in Artesia, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Artesia have in December?

In Artesia, Mississippi, the average day length in December is 9h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Artesia?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Artesia?

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Artesia, Mississippi.

How long on average sun shines in December in Artesia?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Artesia?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Artesia?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Artesia, MS

Average temperature in December - Artesia, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Artesia, MS

Average pressure in December - Artesia, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Artesia, MS

Average wind speed in December - Artesia, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Artesia, MS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Artesia, MS

Average rainfall in December - Artesia, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Artesia, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Artesia, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Artesia, MS

Average snowfall in December - Artesia, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Artesia, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Artesia, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 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
Artesia, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Artesia, MS
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Artesia, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Artesia, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Artesia, MS

Average UV index in December - Artesia, 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
Artesia, MS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Artesia, MS

Average visibility in December - Artesia, 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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