December weather forecast
Anderson, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Anderson, is still a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between max 50.2°F (10.1°C) and min 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C) in November to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C). Throughout December nights, Anderson experiences a consistent temperature average of 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Anderson, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Anderson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164 days and collects up to 37.56" (954mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Anderson, during December, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 7.7 snowfall days, and 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

Anderson in December has an average high-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Anderson, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Anderson, in December, during 1.2 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Anderson have in December?

In December, the average day length in Anderson is 9h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Anderson, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Anderson, AL

Average temperature in December - Anderson, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Anderson, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Anderson, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Anderson, AL

Average humidity in December - Anderson, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Anderson, AL

Average rainfall in December - Anderson, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Anderson, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Anderson, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Anderson, AL

Average snowfall in December - Anderson, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Anderson, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Anderson, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Anderson, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Anderson, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Anderson, AL

Average UV index in December - Anderson, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Anderson, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Anderson, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Anderson, AL

Average visibility in December - Anderson, AL
  • 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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