December weather forecast
Bay Minette, AL

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An aerial panorama of the scenic Bay Minette in Alabama
An aerial panorama of the scenic Bay Minette in Alabama

Weather in December

December culminates the year with inviting winter charm, cooler temperatures, and increased precipitation. Daylight hours are comparatively lower, decreasing the time for outdoor activities. The month does not show any snowfall, keeping the city easily navigable. Slightly higher cloud cover adds to the typical winter ambiance. The last month of the year reports a lower range of temperatures fluctuating between a high of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and a low of 45.9°F (7.7°C), creating a cool and sometimes chilly setup.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Bay Minette corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's 67.8°F (19.9°C) to a still enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) on average during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bay Minette, in December, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bay Minette, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.8 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Bay Minette, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Bay Minette, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Bay Minette, 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 estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in December transforms into this advice:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In Bay Minette, in December, the average high-temperature is 61.7°F (16.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 104°F (40°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Bay Minette, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Bay Minette?

In Bay Minette, Alabama, snow does not fall in February through December.

Does it snow in Bay Minette in December?

In Bay Minette, 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 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bay Minette?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average temperature in December - Bay Minette, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.9°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average pressure in December - Bay Minette, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average wind speed in December - Bay Minette, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average humidity in December - Bay Minette, 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
Bay Minette, AL

Average rainfall in December - Bay Minette, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Bay Minette, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average snowfall in December - Bay Minette, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Bay Minette, 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 March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bay Minette, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • 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
Bay Minette, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Bay Minette, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average UV index in December - Bay Minette, 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
Bay Minette, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Bay Minette, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average visibility in December - Bay Minette, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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