December weather forecast
Ripley, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Ripley, Mississippi, with an average temperature ranging between max 51.1°F (10.6°C) and min 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a refreshing 59.5°F (15.3°C) in November to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) to Ripley.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ripley, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. In Ripley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.2 days and collects up to 38.98" (990mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Ripley. In Ripley, in December, snow falls for 0.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.8 snowfall days, and 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ripley, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ripley, records 51.1°F (10.6°C), while the low-temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ripley, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.4 days. Throughout December, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ripley have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ripley, Mississippi, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ripley, MS

Average temperature in December - Ripley, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Ripley, MS

Average pressure in December - Ripley, 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
Ripley, MS

Average wind speed in December - Ripley, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Ripley, MS

Average humidity in December - Ripley, 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
Ripley, MS

Average rainfall in December - Ripley, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Ripley, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Ripley, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ripley, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ripley, MS

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Ripley, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ripley, 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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ripley, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Ripley, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Ripley, MS

Average UV index in December - Ripley, MS
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ripley, MS

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

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

Average visibility in December
Ripley, MS

Average visibility in December - Ripley, 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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