December weather forecast
Ethel, MS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ethel, is still a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41°F (5°C) and an average high of 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

December signifies a gentle decline in Ethel's average high-temperature, easing from a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C) in November to a still refreshing 55.4°F (13°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to an icy 41°F (5°C) in Ethel.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ethel, in December, during 12.3 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ethel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.8 days and collects up to 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ethel, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ethel, there are 3.5 snowfall days, and 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December translates into the following guidance:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Ethel, 55.4°F (13°C) is the average high-temperature and 41°F (5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is computed to be 96.8°F (36°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 Ethel in December?

In Ethel, in December, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.5 days. Throughout December, 0.12" (3mm) 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 Ethel?

The average day length in December is 10h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

When is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ethel, MS

Average temperature in December - Ethel, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).

Average pressure in December
Ethel, MS

Average pressure in December - Ethel, 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
Ethel, MS

Average wind speed in December - Ethel, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Ethel, MS

Average humidity in December - Ethel, 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
Ethel, MS

Average rainfall in December - Ethel, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Ethel, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Ethel, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ethel, MS

Average snowfall in December - Ethel, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Ethel, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Ethel, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.2 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
Ethel, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ethel, 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 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ethel, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Ethel, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Ethel, MS

Average UV index in December - Ethel, 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 and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Ethel, MS

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

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

Average visibility in December
Ethel, MS

Average visibility in December - Ethel, 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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