December weather forecast
Charleston, MS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Charleston, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

In Charleston, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in November to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). Throughout the nights in December, Charleston experiences an average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Charleston, Mississippi, are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Charleston, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113.7 rainfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February, November and December are months with snowfall in Charleston, Mississippi. In Charleston, in December, snow falls for 0.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Charleston, there are 2.5 snowfall days, and 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Charleston, Mississippi, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Charleston, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Charleston are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in December leads to these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Charleston in December?

In December, in Charleston, the average high-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Charleston?

February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Charleston.

What is the average humidity in December in Charleston?

The average relative humidity in December in Charleston is 79%.

How much does it rain in Charleston in December?

In Charleston, Mississippi, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Charleston?

In Charleston, Mississippi, in December, during 0.4 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Charleston?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In Charleston, Mississippi, the average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Charleston?

On the first day of December in Charleston, Mississippi, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Charleston have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Charleston is 4.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Charleston?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Charleston, MS

Average temperature in December - Charleston, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Charleston, MS

Average pressure in December - Charleston, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Charleston, MS

Average wind speed in December - Charleston, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Charleston, MS

Average humidity in December - Charleston, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Charleston, MS

Average rainfall in December - Charleston, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Charleston, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Charleston, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Charleston, MS

Average snowfall in December - Charleston, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Charleston, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Charleston, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 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 and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Charleston, 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 5min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Charleston, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Charleston, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Charleston, MS

Average UV index in December - Charleston, MS
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Charleston, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Charleston, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Charleston, MS

Average visibility in December - Charleston, 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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