December weather forecast
Merigold, MS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Merigold, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.4°F (11.9°C) and 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Merigold sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) to a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C). During the nights in December, Merigold experiences a consistent average temperature of 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Merigold, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Merigold, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.8 days and collects up to 30.12" (765mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Merigold, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.6 snowfall days, and 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature during December is 53.4°F (11.9°C) and the low-temperature is 41.4°F (5.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Merigold?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Merigold, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Merigold, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Merigold have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Merigold, MS

Average temperature in December - Merigold, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).

Average pressure in December
Merigold, MS

Average pressure in December - Merigold, 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
Merigold, MS

Average wind speed in December - Merigold, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Merigold, MS

Average humidity in December - Merigold, 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 (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Merigold, MS

Average rainfall in December - Merigold, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Merigold, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Merigold, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Merigold, MS

Average snowfall in December - Merigold, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Merigold, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Merigold, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 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
Merigold, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Merigold, 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: 5h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Merigold, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Merigold, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Merigold, MS

Average UV index in December - Merigold, 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, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Merigold, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Merigold, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Merigold, MS

Average visibility in December - Merigold, 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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