December weather forecast
Laurel, MS

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Weather in December

December welcomes the full effect of winter in Laurel as cold temperatures become a norm. A significant drop in average highs to 58.8°F (14.9°C) makes this month one of the coldest of the year. The days become shorter with minimum daylight hours seen, a stark contrast to the long summer days of June. Laurel also witnesses an increase in average rainfall during December in comparison to November. The weather in December rings in the festive spirit with a cool and cozy environment, setting the city for the New Year.

Temperature

The onset of December in Laurel results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a comfortable 66°F (18.9°C) in November to a still refreshing 58.8°F (14.9°C). December nights in Laurel observe an average temperature dip to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Laurel is December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Laurel, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Laurel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.7 days and collects up to 23.94" (608mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Laurel 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 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.8 snowfall days, and 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Laurel.
On the first day of December in Laurel, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Laurel.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Laurel in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Laurel during December are 58.8°F (14.9°C) and 43°F (6.1°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the most humid month in Laurel?

With an average relative humidity of 82%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Laurel?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Laurel?

In Laurel, Mississippi, in December, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Laurel?

December is the first month it typically snows in Laurel. 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 Laurel?

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

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

The average day length in December in Laurel, Mississippi, is 10h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Laurel?

On the first day of December in Laurel, Mississippi, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Laurel?

The months with the least sunshine in Laurel are February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Laurel?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Laurel, Mississippi, is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Laurel?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Laurel?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Laurel is 3. A UV Index estimate 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
Laurel, MS

Average temperature in December - Laurel, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Laurel, MS

Average pressure in December - Laurel, 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
Laurel, MS

Average wind speed in December - Laurel, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Laurel, MS

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Laurel, MS

Average rainfall in December - Laurel, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Laurel, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Laurel, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Laurel, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Laurel, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Laurel, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Laurel, 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 months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Laurel, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Laurel, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Laurel, MS

Average UV index in December - Laurel, 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
Laurel, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Laurel, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Laurel, MS

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

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

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