December weather forecast
Carters, MS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Carters, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from an enjoyable 63.9°F (17.7°C) in November to a still refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C). Carters usually reports an average low-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Carters, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Carters, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.8 days and collects up to 24.57" (624mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February, November and December. In Carters, in December, during 0.3 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 2.5 snowfall days, and 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Carters in December?

Carters in December has an average high-temperature of 56.8°F (13.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.3 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Carters, the average day length in December is 10h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Carters, MS

Average temperature in December - Carters, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Carters, MS

Average pressure in December - Carters, 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
Carters, MS

Average wind speed in December - Carters, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Carters, MS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Carters, MS

Average rainfall in December - Carters, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Carters, MS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carters, MS

Average snowfall in December - Carters, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carters, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 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
Carters, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carters, 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 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carters, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Carters, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Carters, MS

Average UV index in December - Carters, 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
Carters, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Carters, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Carters, MS

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

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

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