December weather forecast
Duke, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Duke, Mississippi, with an average temperature ranging between max 58.1°F (14.5°C) and min 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

In Duke, the beginning of December is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C) to a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C). In December, Duke experiences an average nighttime temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Duke, Mississippi, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.8 rainfall days, and 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Duke. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Duke, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.9 days and aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Duke, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:46 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

December has the least sunshine of the year in Duke, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Duke are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Duke in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Duke are 58.1°F (14.5°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What are the most humid months in Duke?

The months with the highest humidity in Duke, Mississippi, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Duke?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Duke?

In Duke, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Duke?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Duke?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Duke?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Duke, Mississippi, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Duke?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Duke, Mississippi, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Duke?

The average sunshine duration in December in Duke, Mississippi, is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Duke?

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 Duke?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Duke, MS

Average temperature in December - Duke, 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
Duke, MS

Average pressure in December - Duke, 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
Duke, MS

Average wind speed in December - Duke, 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
Duke, MS

Average humidity in December - Duke, 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
Duke, MS

Average rainfall in December - Duke, 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
Duke, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Duke, 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
Duke, MS

Average snowfall in December - Duke, 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
Duke, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Duke, 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
Duke, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Duke, 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
Duke, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Duke, 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
Duke, MS

Average UV index in December - Duke, 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
Duke, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Duke, 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
Duke, MS

Average visibility in December - Duke, 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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