December weather forecast
Tupelo, OK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tupelo, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C) in November to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). In Tupelo, December nights cool down to an average of 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January, February and December Rain falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Tupelo are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.5 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. In Tupelo, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.7 days and aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) 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 7:14 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

Tupelo in December has an average high-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Tupelo?

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are January, February and December Rain falls for 9.2 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Tupelo, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Tupelo, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine in Tupelo is December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Tupelo have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Tupelo, OK

Average temperature in December - Tupelo, OK
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (93.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Tupelo, OK

Average pressure in December - Tupelo, OK
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Tupelo, OK
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Tupelo, OK

Average humidity in December - Tupelo, OK
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Tupelo, OK

Average rainfall in December - Tupelo, OK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.88").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Tupelo, OK

Average rainfall days in December - Tupelo, OK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Tupelo, OK
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Tupelo, OK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 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
Tupelo, OK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tupelo, OK
  • 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: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tupelo, OK

Average sunshine days in December - Tupelo, OK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Tupelo, OK

Average UV index in December - Tupelo, OK
  • 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Tupelo, OK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Tupelo, OK

Average visibility in December - Tupelo, OK
  • 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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