December weather forecast
Olive Branch, MS

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Weather in December

December brings Oleve Branch, Mississippi into the cold phase again, wrapping up the year in a winter chill. The temperature lows fall to 38.3°F (3.5°C) from the previous month's lows. The cloudy skies, covering 46% of the month, set the winter mood in the city rightly so. Daylight hours drop to the least in the year, resulting in shorter, chilly days. The end of the year also witnesses the return of snowfall, albeit minimal, marking a snowy closure to the year.

Temperature

Olive Branch, Mississippi, records a mild change in average high-temperature during December, easing from a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C) in November to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). Olive Branch reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Olive Branch, in December, during 11.3 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Olive Branch, Mississippi, there are 154.6 rainfall days, and 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Olive Branch, Mississippi. In Olive Branch, in December, during 1.1 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Olive Branch, Mississippi, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.3 days and aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Olive Branch, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Olive Branch, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Olive Branch, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Olive Branch, Mississippi, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Olive Branch?

During December, Olive Branch experiences an average high-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and a low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Olive Branch?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Olive Branch?

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Olive Branch in December?

In Olive Branch, Mississippi, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Olive Branch?

The month with the shortest days in Olive Branch is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Olive Branch?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Olive Branch?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Olive Branch have in December?

In Olive Branch, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Olive Branch?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Olive Branch?

In Olive Branch, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Olive Branch, MS

Average temperature in December - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Olive Branch, MS

Average pressure in December - Olive Branch, 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
Olive Branch, MS

Average wind speed in December - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Olive Branch, MS

Average humidity in December - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Olive Branch, MS

Average rainfall in December - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Olive Branch, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Olive Branch, MS

Average snowfall in December - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Olive Branch, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.9 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
Olive Branch, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Olive Branch, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Olive Branch, MS

Average UV index in December - Olive Branch, 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
Olive Branch, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Olive Branch, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Olive Branch, MS

Average visibility in December - Olive Branch, 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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