December weather forecast
Oxford, MS

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Weather in December

Rounding off the year, December manifests Oxford's chilled winter climate. Progressively colder days succeed November's cool weather, paving the way for frosty mornings and chilly evenings. December hits its zenith at 52.3°F (11.3°C), signaling the amidst of winter. The shorter daylight hours, compared to November, are concurrent with the holiday season cheer. As the curtain drops on the year, December leaves a lingering trail of its frosty charm, setting the tone for the following year's chapters of weather in Oxford.

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) in November to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) is noted in Oxford, Mississippi, during the month of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Oxford, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.8 rainfall days, and 34.88" (886mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Oxford. In December, in Oxford, it is snowing for 1 days. Throughout December, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is accumulated. In Oxford, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.5 days and aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Oxford, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Oxford are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents 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:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Oxford?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Oxford during December are 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C) respectively. In September, 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, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Oxford?

The months with the highest humidity in Oxford are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Oxford?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Oxford?

In Oxford, Mississippi, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Oxford in December?

In December, in Oxford, Mississippi, it is snowing for 1 days. Throughout December, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oxford?

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

How many hours of daylight does Oxford have in December?

In Oxford, Mississippi, the average day length in December is 9h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Oxford?

On the first day of December in Oxford, Mississippi, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oxford?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Oxford is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Oxford?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Oxford?

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

Average temperature in December - Oxford, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Oxford, MS

Average pressure in December - Oxford, 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
Oxford, MS

Average wind speed in December - Oxford, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Oxford, MS

Average humidity in December - Oxford, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Oxford, MS

Average rainfall in December - Oxford, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Oxford, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Oxford, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oxford, MS

Average snowfall in December - Oxford, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oxford, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Oxford, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.7 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
Oxford, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oxford, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oxford, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Oxford, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Oxford, MS

Average UV index in December - Oxford, MS
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Oxford, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Oxford, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Oxford, MS

Average visibility in December - Oxford, 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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