December weather forecast
Short, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Short, Mississippi, with an average temperature varying between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

The transition into December subtly indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) from November's mild 59.4°F (15.2°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Short, during December, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159.1 rainfall days, and 31.85" (809mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Short. In Short, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Short, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.1 days and aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Short in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Short, is 51.1°F (10.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Short have in December?

The average day length in December in Short is 9h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Short, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Short is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Short, MS

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Short, MS

Average pressure in December - Short, 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
Short, MS

Average wind speed in December - Short, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Short, MS

Average humidity in December - Short, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Short, MS

Average rainfall in December - Short, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Short, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Short, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Short, MS

Average snowfall in December - Short, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Short, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Short, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.1 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
Short, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Short, MS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Short, MS

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

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Short, MS

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Short, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Short, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

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

Average visibility in December
Short, MS

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

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

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