December weather forecast
Galloway, MS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Galloway, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.7°F (6.5°C) and max 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from 65.5°F (18.6°C) in November to a still refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C). Throughout the December nights, Galloway encounters a low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Galloway, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Galloway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.8 days and collects up to 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In Galloway, in December, the average high-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is computed to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the most humid month in Galloway?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Galloway, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Galloway?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What is the month with 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 in Galloway is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Galloway, MS

Average temperature in December - Galloway, 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
Galloway, MS

Average pressure in December - Galloway, 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
Galloway, MS

Average wind speed in December - Galloway, 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
Galloway, MS

Average humidity in December - Galloway, 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
Galloway, MS

Average rainfall in December - Galloway, 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
Galloway, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Galloway, 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
Galloway, MS

Average snowfall in December - Galloway, 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
Galloway, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Galloway, 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
Galloway, MS

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

Average sunshine days in December - Galloway, 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
Galloway, MS

Average UV index in December - Galloway, 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
Galloway, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Galloway, 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
Galloway, MS

Average visibility in December - Galloway, 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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