December weather forecast
Fayette, MS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fayette, is also a moderate month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.5°F (14.7°C) and an average low of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

A subtle change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C) to a still refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fayette, Mississippi, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fayette, there are 162.8 rainfall days, and 34.33" (872mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Fayette. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2 snowfall days, and 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Fayette, Mississippi, is December, with an average of 4.9h 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 value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fayette in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fayette, Mississippi, during December are 58.5°F (14.7°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fayette?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Fayette?

In Fayette, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Fayette?

December is the first month it typically snows in Fayette. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fayette?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fayette have in December?

In Fayette, Mississippi, the average day length in December is 10h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fayette?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fayette?

The month with the least sunshine in Fayette, Mississippi, is December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fayette?

The average sunshine duration in December in Fayette, Mississippi, is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fayette?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Fayette?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fayette, Mississippi, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fayette, MS

Average temperature in December - Fayette, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.5°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 (55.4°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 (40.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Fayette, MS

Average pressure in December - Fayette, 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
Fayette, MS

Average wind speed in December - Fayette, 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 (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Fayette, MS

Average humidity in December - Fayette, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Fayette, MS

Average rainfall in December - Fayette, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Fayette, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Fayette, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fayette, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fayette, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Fayette, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 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
Fayette, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fayette, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fayette, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Fayette, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Fayette, MS

Average UV index in December - Fayette, 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
Fayette, MS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Fayette, MS

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

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

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