December weather forecast
Carterville, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Carterville, Mississippi, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average high of 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Carterville experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C) in November to a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C). During the month of December, Carterville anticipates a mean low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout December, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 177.1 rainfall days, and 36.42" (925mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.9h 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 value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Carterville?

In Carterville, in December, the average high-temperature is 59.7°F (15.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is estimated at 104°F (40°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Carterville in December?

In Carterville, in December, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.4 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Carterville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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

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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Carterville, MS

Average temperature in December - Carterville, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Carterville, MS

Average pressure in December - Carterville, MS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Carterville, MS

Average wind speed in December - Carterville, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Carterville, MS

Average humidity in December - Carterville, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Carterville, MS

Average rainfall in December - Carterville, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Carterville, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Carterville, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carterville, MS

Average snowfall in December - Carterville, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carterville, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Carterville, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Carterville, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carterville, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carterville, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Carterville, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Carterville, MS

Average UV index in December - Carterville, 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
Carterville, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Carterville, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Carterville, MS

Average visibility in December - Carterville, MS
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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