December weather forecast
Sardis, MS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sardis, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 52.3°F (11.3°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in Sardis's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C) in November to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Sardis, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.4 rainfall days, and 41.14" (1045mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Sardis, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.5 days and aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature during December is 52.3°F (11.3°C) and the low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Sardis, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sardis?

In Sardis, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sardis, MS

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Sardis, MS

Average pressure in December - Sardis, 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
Sardis, MS

Average wind speed in December - Sardis, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Sardis, MS

Average humidity in December - Sardis, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Sardis, MS

Average rainfall in December - Sardis, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (5.12").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Sardis, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Sardis, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sardis, MS

Average snowfall in December - Sardis, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Sardis, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Sardis, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 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
Sardis, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sardis, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sardis, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Sardis, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Sardis, MS

Average UV index in December - Sardis, 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 and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Sardis, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Sardis, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Sardis, MS

Average visibility in December - Sardis, 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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