December weather forecast
Brookhaven, MS

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Weather in December

December in Brookhaven rounds the year off with the arrival of winter. Cooler temperatures and shorter days characterize this end-of-the-year month. It sees a leap in rainfall, reaching 0.08" (2mm) from a low-lying 0.04" (1mm) in November. Interestingly, December reintroduces snowfall, albeit at a low 0" (0mm), after an absence since last January. Brookhaven’s year concludes on a cold note, preparing residents for a fresh start with the new year.

Temperature

December ushers in a minute temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's 65.1°F (18.4°C) to a still refreshing 58.3°F (14.6°C). In December, Brookhaven experiences a temperature dip to an average of 43.2°F (6.2°C) at night.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Brookhaven, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Brookhaven, Mississippi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.1 days and collects up to 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Brookhaven, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.8 days and aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during December morphs into the following directions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 58.3°F (14.6°C) and a low-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is appraised at 100.4°F (38°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Brookhaven, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 6min 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 10h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Brookhaven?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Brookhaven, MS

Average temperature in December - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Brookhaven, MS

Average pressure in December - Brookhaven, 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
Brookhaven, MS

Average wind speed in December - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Brookhaven, MS

Average humidity in December - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Brookhaven, MS

Average rainfall in December - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Brookhaven, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Brookhaven, MS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Brookhaven, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Brookhaven, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Brookhaven, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Brookhaven, MS

Average UV index in December - Brookhaven, 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
Brookhaven, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Brookhaven, MS

Average visibility in December - Brookhaven, MS
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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