December weather forecast
Peyton, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Peyton, Mississippi, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.1°F (14.5°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in average high-temperatures is noted in December, moving from a comfortable 65.5°F (18.6°C) in November to a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C). An average low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Peyton, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Peyton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.8 days and collects up to 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.9 snowfall days, and 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

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 moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Peyton are 58.1°F (14.5°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), 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 Peyton?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Peyton?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Peyton, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) 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 Peyton have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Peyton?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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

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 in Peyton?

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

Average temperature in December - Peyton, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Peyton, MS

Average pressure in December - Peyton, 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
Peyton, MS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Peyton, MS

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Peyton, MS

Average rainfall in December - Peyton, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Peyton, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Peyton, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Peyton, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Peyton, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Peyton, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.7 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
Peyton, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Peyton, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Peyton, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Peyton, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Peyton, MS

Average UV index in December - Peyton, 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
Peyton, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Peyton, 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
Peyton, MS

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

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

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