December weather forecast
Richmond, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Richmond, Mississippi, with temperature in the range of an average high of 52.9°F (11.6°C) and an average low of 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature slightly decreases in December, shifting from an enjoyable 60.8°F (16°C) in November to a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C). Richmond observes an average low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) during December.

Humidity

The most humid month in Richmond is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Richmond, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Richmond, Mississippi, there are 155.2 rainfall days, and 33.27" (845mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Richmond. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Richmond, Mississippi, there are 5.2 snowfall days, and 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Richmond are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Richmond?

During December, Richmond experiences an average high-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C) and a low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Richmond?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Richmond?

In Richmond, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Richmond?

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Richmond?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Richmond?

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

How many hours of daylight does Richmond have in December?

In Richmond, the average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Richmond?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Richmond, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Richmond?

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Richmond have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Richmond?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in December in Richmond?

In Richmond, Mississippi, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Richmond, MS

Average temperature in December - Richmond, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Richmond, MS

Average pressure in December - Richmond, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Richmond, MS

Average wind speed in December - Richmond, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

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 (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Richmond, MS

Average humidity in December - Richmond, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Richmond, MS

Average rainfall in December - Richmond, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Richmond, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Richmond, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Richmond, MS

Average snowfall in December - Richmond, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Richmond, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Richmond, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Richmond, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richmond, MS
  • 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: 4h and 5min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Richmond, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Richmond, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Richmond, MS

Average UV index in December - Richmond, 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, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Richmond, MS

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Richmond, MS

Average visibility in December - Richmond, 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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