December weather forecast
Ralston, MS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ralston, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Temperature

December marks a gentle change in average high-temperature, declining from November's refreshing 66.7°F (19.3°C) to a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C). In Ralston, the expected average low-temperature for December is a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Ralston, Mississippi, in December, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ralston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.1 days and collects up to 36.42" (925mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.4 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Ralston.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Ralston, is 59.7°F (15.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 104°F (40°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month in Ralston, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Ralston, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ralston?

In December, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout December, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Ralston. Snow falls for 0.4 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ralston?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ralston, MS

Average temperature in December - Ralston, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Ralston, MS

Average pressure in December - Ralston, MS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
Ralston, MS

Average wind speed in December - Ralston, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Ralston, MS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Ralston, MS

Average rainfall in December - Ralston, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Ralston, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Ralston, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ralston, MS

Average snowfall in December - Ralston, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Ralston, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Ralston, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 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
Ralston, MS

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ralston, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Ralston, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Ralston, MS

Average UV index in December - Ralston, 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
Ralston, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Ralston, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Ralston, MS

Average visibility in December - Ralston, MS
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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