December weather forecast
Locum, MS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Locum, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

In Locum, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C) in November to a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C). Locum, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Locum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.2 days and collects up to 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.4 days. Throughout December, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is accumulated. In Locum, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.8 days and aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Locum, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct 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: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 51.1°F (10.6°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Locum, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Locum?

In Locum, Mississippi, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Locum, Mississippi, in December, snow falls for 0.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Locum, the average day length in December is 9h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Locum have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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?

In Locum, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Locum, MS

Average temperature in December - Locum, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.8°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 (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Locum, MS

Average pressure in December - Locum, 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
Locum, MS

Average wind speed in December - Locum, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Locum, MS

Average humidity in December - Locum, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Locum, MS

Average rainfall in December - Locum, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Locum, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Locum, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Locum, MS

Average snowfall in December - Locum, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Locum, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Locum, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Locum, 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 5min

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
Locum, MS

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Locum, MS

Average UV index in December - Locum, 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
Locum, MS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Locum, MS

Average visibility in December - Locum, 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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