December weather forecast
Carpenter, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Carpenter, Mississippi, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.1°F (14.5°C) and an average low of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

Carpenter's December weather features a light decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C) in November to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C). Carpenter experiences an average low-temperature reading of 43.7°F (6.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Carpenter, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.8 rainfall days, and 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.9 snowfall days, and 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Carpenter are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Carpenter, records 58.1°F (14.5°C), while the low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months in Carpenter.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Carpenter, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Carpenter, Mississippi, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Carpenter have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Carpenter have in December?

In Carpenter, Mississippi, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Carpenter?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Carpenter, MS

Average temperature in December - Carpenter, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Carpenter, MS

Average pressure in December - Carpenter, 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
Carpenter, MS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Carpenter, MS

Average humidity in December - Carpenter, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Carpenter, MS

Average rainfall in December - Carpenter, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Carpenter, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Carpenter, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carpenter, MS

Average snowfall in December - Carpenter, 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").

Average snowfall days in December
Carpenter, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Carpenter, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Carpenter, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carpenter, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carpenter, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Carpenter, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Carpenter, MS

Average UV index in December - Carpenter, 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
Carpenter, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Carpenter, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Carpenter, MS

Average visibility in December - Carpenter, MS
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July and August (5mi).

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