December weather forecast
Leland, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Leland, Mississippi, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average high of 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a refreshing 62.1°F (16.7°C) in November to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). December nights in Leland observe an average temperature dip to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Leland.

Rainfall

In Leland, during December, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Leland, there are 122.3 rainfall days, and 17.64" (448mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Leland, Mississippi, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Leland is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Leland is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Leland in December?

In Leland, 54.5°F (12.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 41.9°F (5.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. 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 appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Leland?

The months with the highest humidity in Leland, Mississippi, are February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Leland?

In Leland, Mississippi, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Leland in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Leland?

In Leland, snow does not fall in March through December.

Does it snow in Leland in December?

In Leland, Mississippi, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Leland?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Leland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Leland, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Leland have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Leland?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Leland?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Leland, Mississippi, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Leland, MS

Average temperature in December - Leland, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Leland, MS

Average pressure in December - Leland, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Leland, MS

Average wind speed in December - Leland, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Leland, MS

Average humidity in December - Leland, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Leland, MS

Average rainfall in December - Leland, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Leland, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Leland, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Leland, MS

Average snowfall in December - Leland, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Leland, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.8 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
Leland, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leland, MS
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Leland, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Leland, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Leland, MS

Average UV index in December - Leland, 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
Leland, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Leland, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Leland, MS

Average visibility in December - Leland, MS
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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