December weather forecast
Sykes, MS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sykes, is still a mild month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and an average high of 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C) in November to a still refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C). During the nights in December, Sykes observes an average low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.1 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sykes are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Sykes is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, in Sykes, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Sykes, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sykes in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sykes, Mississippi, are 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the most humid month in Sykes?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Sykes?

The average relative humidity in December in Sykes, Mississippi, is 81%.

What is the rainiest month in Sykes?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Sykes?

In Sykes, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Sykes?

The month with the most snowfall in Sykes, Mississippi, is December, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing in Sykes?

December is the first month it typically snows in Sykes. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sykes?

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Sykes have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sykes?

On the first day of December in Sykes, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sykes?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Sykes, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sykes have in December?

In Sykes, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sykes?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Sykes, Mississippi, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Sykes?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Sykes is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sykes, MS

Average temperature in December - Sykes, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Sykes, MS

Average pressure in December - Sykes, 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
Sykes, MS

Average wind speed in December - Sykes, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Sykes, MS

Average humidity in December - Sykes, 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
Sykes, MS

Average rainfall in December - Sykes, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Sykes, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Sykes, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sykes, MS

Average snowfall in December - Sykes, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sykes, MS

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.8 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
Sykes, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sykes, 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
Sykes, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Sykes, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Sykes, MS

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Sykes, MS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Sykes, MS

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

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

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