December weather forecast
Fernwood, MS

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Weather in December

December invites winter in Fernwood, and with it, colder temperatures set in. Cold nights and shorter days become the established pattern of this month. Slightly high rainfall can be expected, approximating 1.77" (45mm). With temperatures dropping gradually, the chance of snowfall reappears, even if minimal. The city dresses in a winter vibe, preparing the stage for January to carry forward as the new year commences.

Temperature

The start of December in Fernwood signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from 66.4°F (19.1°C) in November to a still refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C). Fernwood registers a consistent average low-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) during December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.9 rainfall days, and 22.83" (580mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Fernwood. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fernwood are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in December translates into these instructions:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fernwood in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Fernwood, is 59.4°F (15.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What are the most humid months in Fernwood?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Fernwood?

In December, the average relative humidity in Fernwood is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fernwood?

In Fernwood, Mississippi, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Fernwood?

The months with the most snowfall in Fernwood, Mississippi, are January and December, with an average 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated snow.

When does it start snowing in Fernwood?

December is the first month it typically snows in Fernwood, Mississippi. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fernwood?

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Fernwood have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fernwood?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fernwood, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Fernwood?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Fernwood have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Fernwood?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Fernwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fernwood, MS

Average temperature in December - Fernwood, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.1°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 (40.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Fernwood, MS

Average pressure in December - Fernwood, MS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fernwood, MS

Average wind speed in December - Fernwood, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Fernwood, MS

Average humidity in December - Fernwood, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Fernwood, MS

Average rainfall in December - Fernwood, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Fernwood, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Fernwood, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fernwood, MS

Average snowfall in December - Fernwood, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fernwood, MS

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fernwood, MS
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fernwood, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Fernwood, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Fernwood, MS

Average UV index in December - Fernwood, 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
Fernwood, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Fernwood, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

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

Average visibility in December
Fernwood, MS

Average visibility in December - Fernwood, MS
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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