December weather forecast
Meridian, MS

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Weather in December

December brings the cold winter weather to Meridian. With the average high temperature dropping to 57.2°F (14°C), it is the coolest in comparison to the rest of the year. However, December also experiences the highest relative humidity across the year at 81%. There is also notable increase in rainfall from 1.81" (46mm) in November to 3.23" (82mm). Marking the end of the year, December's colder temperatures and extended periods of rainfall provide a respite from Mississippi's otherwise warm weather.

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Meridian notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from November's enjoyable 64.6°F (18.1°C) to a mild 57.2°F (14°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) in December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Meridian, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Meridian, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. In Meridian, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.9 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.4 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature during December is 57.2°F (14°C) and the low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.4 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Meridian, in December, snow falls for 0.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Meridian have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Meridian have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Meridian, MS

Average temperature in December - Meridian, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Meridian, MS

Average pressure in December - Meridian, 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
Meridian, MS

Average wind speed in December - Meridian, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Meridian, MS

Average humidity in December - Meridian, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Meridian, MS

Average rainfall in December - Meridian, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Meridian, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Meridian, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Meridian, MS

Average snowfall in December - Meridian, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Meridian, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 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
Meridian, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Meridian, MS
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Meridian, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Meridian, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Meridian, MS

Average UV index in December - Meridian, 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
Meridian, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Meridian, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Meridian, MS

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

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

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