December weather forecast
Leaf, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a comfortable month in Leaf, Mississippi, with an average temperature fluctuating between 61.5°F (16.4°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a slight shift in the average high-temperature, dipping a bit from November's 67.6°F (19.8°C) to a still enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C). Leaf, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Leaf, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Leaf, there are 172.4 rainfall days, and 32.48" (825mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 0.9 snowfall days, and 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Leaf, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Leaf, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

During December, Leaf experiences an average high-temperature of 61.5°F (16.4°C) and a low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), 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 Leaf?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Leaf, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Leaf, Mississippi, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Leaf?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Leaf 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
Leaf, MS

Average temperature in December - Leaf, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Leaf, MS

Average pressure in December - Leaf, MS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
Leaf, MS

Average wind speed in December - Leaf, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Leaf, MS

Average humidity in December - Leaf, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Leaf, MS

Average rainfall in December - Leaf, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Leaf, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Leaf, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Leaf, MS

Average snowfall in December - Leaf, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Leaf, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Leaf, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 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
Leaf, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leaf, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Leaf, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Leaf, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Leaf, MS

Average UV index in December - Leaf, MS
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Leaf, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Leaf, 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 28).

Average visibility in December
Leaf, MS

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

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

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