December weather forecast
Perkinston, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a comfortable month in Perkinston, Mississippi, with temperature in the range of an average low of 45.7°F (7.6°C) and an average high of 61.3°F (16.3°C).

Temperature

In Perkinston, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from a refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C) in November to a still comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights in Perkinston is a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Perkinston, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Perkinston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.1 days and collects up to 31.46" (799mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Perkinston. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1 snowfall days, and 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Perkinston.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, in Perkinston, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Perkinston are February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in December translates into this advice:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Perkinston?

In Perkinston, in December, the average high-temperature is 61.3°F (16.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.7°F (7.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the most humid month in Perkinston?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Perkinston?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Perkinston?

In Perkinston, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Perkinston?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Perkinston?

December has the shortest days of the year in Perkinston, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Perkinston?

In Perkinston, the average day length in December is 10h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Perkinston?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Perkinston, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Perkinston?

The months with the least sunshine in Perkinston, Mississippi, are February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Perkinston have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Perkinston?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Perkinston?

In Perkinston, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Perkinston, MS

Average temperature in December - Perkinston, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.7°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
Perkinston, MS

Average pressure in December - Perkinston, 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
Perkinston, MS

Average wind speed in December - Perkinston, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Perkinston, MS

Average humidity in December - Perkinston, 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
Perkinston, MS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Perkinston, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Perkinston, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Perkinston, MS

Average snowfall in December - Perkinston, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Perkinston, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Perkinston, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 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
Perkinston, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Perkinston, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Perkinston, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Perkinston, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Perkinston, MS

Average UV index in December - Perkinston, 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
Perkinston, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Perkinston, 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 27).

Average visibility in December
Perkinston, MS

Average visibility in December - Perkinston, 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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