December weather forecast
West, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in West, Mississippi, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

As West enters December, the average high-temperature subtly lowers from the a comfortable 62.6°F (17°C) of November to a moderate 55.4°F (13°C). During December, West consistently records a temperature low averaging a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In West, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation. In West, Mississippi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.2 days and collects up to 41.06" (1043mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In West, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In West, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.4 days and aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December translates into the following guidance:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature, in December, in West, is 55.4°F (13°C), while the average low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In West, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In West, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in West, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does West have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability 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
West, MS

Average temperature in December - West, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).

Average pressure in December
West, MS

Average pressure in December - West, 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
West, MS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
West, MS

Average humidity in December - West, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
West, MS

Average rainfall in December - West, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
West, MS

Average rainfall days in December - West, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
West, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West, MS

Average snowfall days in December - West, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
West, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West, MS
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
West, MS

Average sunshine days in December - West, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
West, MS

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

Average cloud cover in December
West, MS

Average cloud cover in December - West, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
West, MS

Average visibility in December - West, 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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