December weather forecast
Bay Saint Louis, MS

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Weather in December

Concluding the year, December in Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, sees the introduction of winter once again. The city experiences shorter days and a notable downturn in temperatures from November. The cooler temperatures do not discourage outdoor activities, especially amidst Christmas festivities. Despite relatively high rainfall at 0.91" (23mm), the month still provides plenty of sunny days. The sea temperature continues to cool, dropping to 60.6°F (15.9°C) as the city prepares to welcome the new year against a winter backdrop.

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from an agreeable 68.2°F (20.1°C) in November to an enjoyable 62.1°F (16.7°C). The low-temperature averages to a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Bay Saint Louis, in December, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Bay Saint Louis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.5 days and collects up to 12.01" (305mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Bay Saint Louis, the average seawater temperature in December is 60.6°F (15.9°C).
Note: The majority of people find swimming in 60.6°F (15.9°C) unenjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), breathing becomes more challenging to control.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 62.1°F (16.7°C) and a low-temperature of 50.7°F (10.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Bay Saint Louis, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bay Saint Louis, in December, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Bay Saint Louis, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature is 60.6°F (15.9°C). For most, swimming in 60.6°F (15.9°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bay Saint Louis.

How many hours of daylight does Bay Saint Louis have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Bay Saint Louis, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bay Saint Louis, MS

Average temperature in December - Bay Saint Louis, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 62.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 50.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Bay Saint Louis, MS

Average pressure in December - Bay Saint Louis, MS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bay Saint Louis, MS

Average wind speed in December - Bay Saint Louis, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Bay Saint Louis, MS

Average humidity in December - Bay Saint Louis, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Bay Saint Louis, MS

Average rainfall in December - Bay Saint Louis, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Bay Saint Louis, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Bay Saint Louis, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.9 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Bay Saint Louis, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Bay Saint Louis, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Bay Saint Louis, MS

Average sea temperature in December - Bay Saint Louis, MS
  • Average sea temperature in December: 60.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (56.8°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bay Saint Louis, MS

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bay Saint Louis, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Bay Saint Louis, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bay Saint Louis, MS

Average UV index in December - Bay Saint Louis, MS
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Bay Saint Louis, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Bay Saint Louis, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Bay Saint Louis, MS

Average visibility in December - Bay Saint Louis, 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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