December weather forecast
Long Beach, MS

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Weather in December

As the last chapter of the year's weather journey begins, December in Long Beach is the coolest month, with temperatures dropping down to 62.1°F (16.7°C). The daylight hours are substantially limited, hovering around an average of 10.2 hours per day. The city dramatically slows down, embracing the comfort of warmer layers and cozy evenings. Despite the prevalent chill, the reduced rainfall promotes a clear sky that complements the twinkling city lights during the holiday season. It is indeed, a winter wonderland adaptation of the beachfront city.

Temperature

The onset of December aligns with a soft reduction in the average high-temperature, gently falling from a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C) in November to a comfortable 62.1°F (16.7°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 79%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Long Beach, Mississippi, during December, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. In Long Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.1 days and collects up to 42.83" (1088mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall in Long Beach.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Long Beach, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Long Beach, Mississippi, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Long Beach, is 62.1°F (16.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 50.2°F (10.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month in Long Beach is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Long Beach, Mississippi, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Long Beach, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Long Beach, snow does not fall in February through December.

Does it snow in December?

In Long Beach, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Long Beach have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Long Beach?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Long Beach?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Long Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. 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
Long Beach, MS

Average temperature in December - Long Beach, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 62.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 50.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Long Beach, MS

Average pressure in December - Long Beach, MS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Long Beach, MS

Average wind speed in December - Long Beach, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Long Beach, MS

Average humidity in December - Long Beach, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Long Beach, MS

Average rainfall in December - Long Beach, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Long Beach, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Long Beach, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Long Beach, MS

Average snowfall in December - Long Beach, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Long Beach, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Long Beach, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Long Beach, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Long Beach, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Long Beach, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Long Beach, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5 days).

Average UV index in December
Long Beach, MS

Average UV index in December - Long Beach, MS
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Long Beach, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Long Beach, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Long Beach, MS

Average visibility in December - Long Beach, 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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