December weather forecast
Attalla, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Attalla, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from an enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C) in November to a cool 53.6°F (12°C). Attalla reports an average low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Attalla, during December, snow falls for 0.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Attalla, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.2 days and aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Attalla in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 53.6°F (12°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Attalla?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Attalla, in December, during 13.8 rainfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Attalla, it is snowing for 0.6 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Attalla?

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

How many hours of daylight does Attalla have in December?

In Attalla, the average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Attalla, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Attalla?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Attalla, AL

Average temperature in December - Attalla, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Attalla, AL

Average pressure in December - Attalla, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Attalla, AL

Average wind speed in December - Attalla, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Attalla, AL

Average humidity in December - Attalla, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Attalla, AL

Average rainfall in December - Attalla, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Attalla, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Attalla, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Attalla, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Attalla, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Attalla, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Attalla, AL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Attalla, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Attalla, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Attalla, AL

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Attalla, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Attalla, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Attalla, AL

Average visibility in December - Attalla, 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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