December weather forecast
Bethany, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Bethany, Mississippi, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature slightly decreases in December, shifting from a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C). Bethany experiences a steady low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bethany, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 165 rainfall days, and 39.29" (998mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Bethany, in December, during 0.7 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 5.3 snowfall days, and 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bethany.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Bethany, is 52.2°F (11.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Bethany?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bethany, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bethany, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bethany have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

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, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bethany have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bethany, MS

Average temperature in December - Bethany, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).

Average pressure in December
Bethany, MS

Average pressure in December - Bethany, 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
Bethany, MS

Average wind speed in December - Bethany, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Bethany, MS

Average humidity in December - Bethany, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Bethany, MS

Average rainfall in December - Bethany, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Bethany, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Bethany, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bethany, MS

Average snowfall in December - Bethany, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Bethany, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Bethany, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Bethany, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bethany, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bethany, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Bethany, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Bethany, MS

Average UV index in December - Bethany, MS
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Bethany, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Bethany, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Bethany, MS

Average visibility in December - Bethany, 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).

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