December weather forecast
Lucedale, MS

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Weather in December

December brings the chill of winter to Lucedale, Mississippi, with temperatures quiet similar to those experienced at the start of the year. In a turnaround, observed temperatures fall to the range they were in January. The decline brings them to a low of 45.9°F (7.7°C) and a high of 61.5°F (16.4°C). December emerges as the month with the second-highest rainfall at 2.8" (71mm) following the summer months. The seasonal shift is also witnessed in the short daylight hours, reduced sunshine durations, and increase in the cloud cover and wind speeds.

Temperature

Lucedale experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from 67.6°F (19.8°C) in November to a still refreshing 61.5°F (16.4°C). An average low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) is noted in Lucedale during the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lucedale, in December, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lucedale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.4 days and collects up to 32.48" (825mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Lucedale, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.9 days and aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Lucedale is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Lucedale, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 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

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. 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. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Lucedale?

December temperatures in Lucedale vary between a high-temperature of 61.5°F (16.4°C) and a low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is computed to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the most humid month in Lucedale?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Lucedale?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Lucedale?

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

When does it start snowing in Lucedale?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Lucedale?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lucedale have in December?

The average day length in December in Lucedale, Mississippi, is 10h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lucedale?

On the first day of December in Lucedale, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lucedale?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Lucedale?

In Lucedale, Mississippi, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

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

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 Lucedale?

In Lucedale, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lucedale, MS

Average temperature in December - Lucedale, 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
Lucedale, MS

Average pressure in December - Lucedale, 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
Lucedale, MS

Average wind speed in December - Lucedale, 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
Lucedale, MS

Average humidity in December - Lucedale, 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
Lucedale, MS

Average rainfall in December - Lucedale, 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
Lucedale, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Lucedale, 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
Lucedale, MS

Average snowfall in December - Lucedale, 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
Lucedale, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Lucedale, 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
Lucedale, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lucedale, 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
Lucedale, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Lucedale, 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
Lucedale, MS

Average UV index in December - Lucedale, 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
Lucedale, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Lucedale, 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
Lucedale, MS

Average visibility in December - Lucedale, 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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