December weather forecast
West Hattiesburg, MS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Hattiesburg, is still a mild month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from an enjoyable 66.7°F (19.3°C) in November to a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C). During December, West Hattiesburg's temperature averages to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In West Hattiesburg, in December, during 13.8 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 177.1 rainfall days, and 36.42" (925mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following advice:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

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

What is the most humid month in West Hattiesburg?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

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. 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 in West Hattiesburg. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in West Hattiesburg, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does West Hattiesburg have in December?

In West Hattiesburg, the average day length in December is 10h and 9min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in West Hattiesburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in West Hattiesburg?

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

How many hours of sunshine does West Hattiesburg have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In West Hattiesburg, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Hattiesburg, MS

Average temperature in December - West Hattiesburg, 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
West Hattiesburg, MS

Average pressure in December - West Hattiesburg, 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
West Hattiesburg, MS

Average wind speed in December - West Hattiesburg, 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
West Hattiesburg, MS

Average humidity in December - West Hattiesburg, 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
West Hattiesburg, MS

Average rainfall in December - West Hattiesburg, 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
West Hattiesburg, MS

Average rainfall days in December - West Hattiesburg, 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
West Hattiesburg, MS

Average snowfall in December - West Hattiesburg, 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
West Hattiesburg, MS

Average snowfall days in December - West Hattiesburg, 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
West Hattiesburg, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Hattiesburg, 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 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
West Hattiesburg, MS

Average sunshine days in December - West Hattiesburg, 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
West Hattiesburg, MS

Average UV index in December - West Hattiesburg, 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
West Hattiesburg, MS

Average cloud cover in December - West Hattiesburg, 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
West Hattiesburg, MS

Average visibility in December - West Hattiesburg, 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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