United StatesAverage weather for Mississippi in December
It's cool to moderate in December in Mississippi with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 3°C and 10°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Mississippi with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 7°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 17°C, with nights around 6°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Mississippi is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
In December, there is an average of 102 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,6 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Mississippi in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
17°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
20°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
13°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
102 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
10 days | 17 days | |
 Total snowfall |
0,6 cm | 9,7 cm | |
| Snowy days |
1 day | 3 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Mississippi?
Looking for sun and warm weather? December isn’t a good month to be in Mississippi. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
The hurricane season in Mississippi runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 29°C in 2021, Mississippi reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -4°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -11°C to a highest value of 22°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Mississippi
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Mississippi, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Mississippi
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Mississippi, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in Mississippi.
Daily Snowfall in December in Mississippi
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Mississippi, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in December.
Daily UV index in December in Mississippi
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Mississippi, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Mississippi over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Mississippi, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Mississippi over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Mississippi, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in Mississippi per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Mississippi, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in December for Mississippi
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Mississippi. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Mississippi by month
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