December weather forecast
Gaston, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Gaston, Mississippi, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.3°F (3.5°C) and max 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C) in November to a cool 51.8°F (11°C). Gaston experiences an average nighttime temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Gaston, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Gaston, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.1 days and aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 51.8°F (11°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Gaston?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gaston, in December, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gaston, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

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 Gaston have in December?

The average day length in December in Gaston is 9h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gaston have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Gaston, MS

Average temperature in December - Gaston, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).

Average pressure in December
Gaston, MS

Average pressure in December - Gaston, 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
Gaston, MS

Average wind speed in December - Gaston, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Gaston, MS

Average humidity in December - Gaston, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Gaston, MS

Average rainfall in December - Gaston, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Gaston, MS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gaston, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gaston, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Gaston, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gaston, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gaston, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Gaston, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Gaston, MS

Average UV index in December - Gaston, 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
Gaston, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Gaston, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Gaston, MS

Average visibility in December - Gaston, 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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