December weather forecast
Fairfield, MS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fairfield, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Fairfield, in December, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123 rainfall days, and 12.91" (328mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Fairfield is 4.6h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

Fairfield in December has an average high-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Fairfield?

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Fairfield, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fairfield have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Fairfield, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Fairfield?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fairfield, MS

Average temperature in December - Fairfield, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.3°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 (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Fairfield, MS

Average pressure in December - Fairfield, 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
Fairfield, MS

Average wind speed in December - Fairfield, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Fairfield, MS

Average humidity in December - Fairfield, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Fairfield, MS

Average rainfall in December - Fairfield, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Fairfield, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Fairfield, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fairfield, MS

Average snowfall in December - Fairfield, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fairfield, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Fairfield, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 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
Fairfield, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fairfield, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fairfield, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Fairfield, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Fairfield, MS

Average UV index in December - Fairfield, MS
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Fairfield, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Fairfield, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Fairfield, MS

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

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

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