December weather forecast
Bentonia, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Bentonia, Mississippi, with temperature in the range of an average low of 42.3°F (5.7°C) and an average high of 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Temperature

Bentonia's progression into December involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from an enjoyable 63.7°F (17.6°C) in November to a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C). In Bentonia, the December nights cool down to an average low of 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bentonia, Mississippi, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147.8 rainfall days, and 23.5" (597mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, in Bentonia, it is snowing for 0.5 days. Throughout December, 0.04" (1mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bentonia, Mississippi, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.5 days and aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bentonia.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in December transforms into this advice:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Bentonia?

In Bentonia, 56.5°F (13.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 42.3°F (5.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What are the most humid months in Bentonia?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Bentonia?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Bentonia?

In Bentonia, Mississippi, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Bentonia?

In December, in Bentonia, it is snowing for 0.5 days. Throughout December, 0.04" (1mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bentonia?

The month with the shortest days in Bentonia, Mississippi, is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Bentonia is 10h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bentonia?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bentonia, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bentonia have in December?

In Bentonia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bentonia?

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 Bentonia?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bentonia, MS

Average temperature in December - Bentonia, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Bentonia, MS

Average pressure in December - Bentonia, 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
Bentonia, MS

Average wind speed in December - Bentonia, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Bentonia, MS

Average humidity in December - Bentonia, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Bentonia, MS

Average rainfall in December - Bentonia, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Bentonia, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Bentonia, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bentonia, MS

Average snowfall in December - Bentonia, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Bentonia, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Bentonia, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.7 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
Bentonia, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bentonia, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bentonia, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Bentonia, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Bentonia, MS

Average UV index in December - Bentonia, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Bentonia, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Bentonia, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Bentonia, MS

Average visibility in December - Bentonia, 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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