December weather forecast
Alma, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Alma, Alabama, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 60.4°F (15.8°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a comfortable 66.9°F (19.4°C) in November to a still refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C). In December, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Alma, in December, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Alma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.9 days and collects up to 35.63" (905mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.1 snowfall days, and 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December leads to these advisories:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Alma, is 60.4°F (15.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Alma, in December, during 12.9 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Alma have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alma have in December?

In Alma, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is 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?

In Alma, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alma, AL

Average temperature in December - Alma, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Alma, AL

Average pressure in December - Alma, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Alma, AL

Average wind speed in December - Alma, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Alma, AL

Average humidity in December - Alma, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Alma, AL

Average rainfall in December - Alma, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

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

Average rainfall days in December
Alma, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Alma, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alma, AL

Average snowfall in December - Alma, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alma, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Alma, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alma, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alma, AL
  • 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alma, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Alma, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Alma, AL

Average UV index in December - Alma, AL
  • 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
Alma, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Alma, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Alma, AL

Average visibility in December - Alma, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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