December weather in Petal, MS
The average temperature in Petal in December is 51.4°F (40.5°F–62.3°F). Average precipitation: 4.98 inches.
December is a winter month in Petal, and is cooler than the annual average of 66.5°F. Daily temperatures swing about 21.8°F between overnight low and afternoon high. Expect about 10 days with precipitation. Daylight averages about 9h 58m. For travel, December is a comfortable month to visit.
Avg High
62.3°F
Avg Low
40.5°F
Precipitation
4.98 in
Daylight
9h 58m
December records in Petal
| Date | Record High | Record Low | Record Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 1 | 81.0°F (2018) | 26.2°F (2020) | 1.39 in (2009) |
| December 2 | 84.0°F (2007) | 24.3°F (2020) | 0.59 in (2023) |
| December 3 | 79.0°F (2005) | 28.2°F (2019) | 0.17 in (2013) |
| December 4 | 81.0°F (2013) | 25.0°F (2006) | 2.20 in (2025) |
| December 5 | 82.0°F (2013) | 21.9°F (2006) | 0.67 in (2016) |
| December 6 | 82.9°F (2013) | 27.0°F (2009) | 0.96 in (2021) |
| December 7 | 82.0°F (2022) | 21.9°F (2010) | 0.56 in (2004) |
| December 8 | 81.0°F (2007) | 21.9°F (2006) | 2.00 in (2018) |
| December 9 | 81.0°F (2007) | 19.0°F (2010) | 1.06 in (2024) |
| December 10 | 82.0°F (2007) | 21.9°F (2010) | 2.42 in (2008) |
| December 11 | 80.1°F (2015) | 27.1°F (2016) | 0.53 in (2008) |
| December 12 | 80.1°F (2007) | 28.2°F (2018) | 3.18 in (2009) |
| December 13 | 81.0°F (2015) | 26.2°F (2013) | 2.97 in (2001) |
| December 14 | 80.1°F (2022) | 21.0°F (2010) | 2.94 in (2009) |
| December 15 | 81.0°F (2007) | 24.1°F (2004) | 1.21 in (2008) |
| December 16 | 82.9°F (2001) | 23.0°F (2004) | 1.40 in (2019) |
| December 17 | 80.1°F (2016) | 25.0°F (2000) | 1.11 in (2017) |
| December 18 | 79.0°F (2024) | 21.9°F (2000) | 1.94 in (2009) |
| December 19 | 79.0°F (2008) | 21.9°F (2000) | 1.17 in (2022) |
| December 20 | 77.0°F (2013) | 17.1°F (2000) | 1.98 in (2007) |
| December 21 | 79.0°F (2013) | 25.0°F (2003) | 1.10 in (2006) |
| December 22 | 79.0°F (2017) | 23.0°F (2000) | 1.47 in (2015) |
| December 23 | 80.1°F (2025) | 18.1°F (2022) | 2.48 in (2014) |
| December 24 | 80.1°F (2025) | 20.1°F (2022) | 1.91 in (2008) |
| December 25 | 80.1°F (2015) | 20.1°F (2022) | 1.18 in (2012) |
| December 26 | 81.0°F (2015) | 21.2°F (2022) | 1.57 in (2011) |
| December 27 | 82.0°F (2016) | 21.0°F (2010) | 5.82 in (2018) |
| December 28 | 82.0°F (2025) | 19.0°F (2010) | 2.10 in (2012) |
| December 29 | 82.0°F (2021) | 25.0°F (2009) | 0.95 in (2003) |
| December 30 | 82.0°F (2021) | 24.1°F (2000) | 2.15 in (2006) |
| December 31 | 84.0°F (2021) | 18.0°F (2000) | 2.30 in (2016) |