December weather forecast
Alexander City, AL

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Weather in December

December in Alexander City is characterized by the winter chill, with the return of snowfall and the lowest average minimum temperature for the year. Snowfall, though minimal at just 0.39" (10mm), becomes a notable feature, marking the transition to true winter weather. Although it is the second coolest month of the year, it experiences an increase in rainfall amount to 3.62" (92mm). The shorter days with an average of 10 daylight hours, combined with the lowest UV index of the year, make this a true winter month to wrap up the year.

Temperature

In Alexander City, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from an enjoyable 63.1°F (17.3°C) in November to a still refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Alexander City, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175.3 rainfall days, and 39.88" (1013mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Alexander City is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Alexander City?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alexander City are 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 40.8°F (4.9°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Alexander City?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Alexander City, in December, during 13.3 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Alexander City have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Alexander City have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Alexander City is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Alexander City, AL

Average temperature in December - Alexander City, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Alexander City, AL

Average pressure in December - Alexander City, AL
  • 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Alexander City, AL

Average wind speed in December - Alexander City, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Alexander City, AL

Average humidity in December - Alexander City, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Alexander City, AL

Average rainfall in December - Alexander City, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Alexander City, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Alexander City, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alexander City, AL

Average snowfall in December - Alexander City, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alexander City, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Alexander City, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 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
Alexander City, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alexander City, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alexander City, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Alexander City, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Alexander City, AL

Average UV index in December - Alexander City, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Alexander City, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Alexander City, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Alexander City, AL

Average visibility in December - Alexander City, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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