December weather forecast
Ariton, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Ariton, Alabama, with an average temperature ranging between min 44.2°F (6.8°C) and max 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C) in November to a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C). Ariton sees an average low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) during December.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Ariton, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.3 rainfall days, and 32.2" (818mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ariton in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C) and a low-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Ariton, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ariton, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Ariton, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

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 Ariton have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ariton?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Ariton, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January 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 Ariton?

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

Average temperature in December - Ariton, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 59.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Ariton, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ariton, AL

Average wind speed in December - Ariton, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Ariton, AL

Average humidity in December - Ariton, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Ariton, AL

Average rainfall in December - Ariton, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Ariton, AL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ariton, AL

Average snowfall in December - Ariton, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Ariton, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Ariton, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ariton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ariton, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Ariton, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ariton, AL

Average UV index in December - Ariton, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Ariton, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Ariton, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Ariton, AL

Average visibility in December - Ariton, 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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