December weather forecast
Bankston, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bankston, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in average high-temperatures is noted in December, moving from a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in November to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). During December nights, Bankston records an average temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.7 days and accumulates 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, in Bankston, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bankston, during the entire year, snow falls for 5 days and aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Bankston, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bankston are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during December morphs into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bankston in December?

During December, Bankston experiences an average high-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and a low-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 95°F (35°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%.

What is the wettest month in Bankston?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Bankston. Rain falls for 13.7 days and accumulates 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Bankston in December?

In Bankston, in December, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 4.65" (118mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Bankston have in December?

In Bankston, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Bankston, AL

Average temperature in December - Bankston, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Bankston, AL

Average pressure in December - Bankston, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bankston, AL

Average wind speed in December - Bankston, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Bankston, AL

Average humidity in December - Bankston, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Bankston, AL

Average rainfall in December - Bankston, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.44").

Average rainfall days in December
Bankston, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Bankston, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bankston, AL

Average snowfall in December - Bankston, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bankston, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Bankston, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.7 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
Bankston, AL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bankston, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Bankston, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bankston, AL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Bankston, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Bankston, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Bankston, AL

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

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

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