December weather forecast
Big Ridge, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Big Ridge, Alabama, with an average temperature ranging between min 39.4°F (4.1°C) and max 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in November to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). An average temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) is recorded in Big Ridge during the nights in December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Big Ridge, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Big Ridge, in December, during 1.1 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Big Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.4 days and aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Big Ridge, Alabama, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Big Ridge, is 53.8°F (12.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Big Ridge in December?

In Big Ridge, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Big Ridge, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Big Ridge have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Big Ridge is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average temperature in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average pressure in December - Big Ridge, 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
Big Ridge, AL

Average wind speed in December - Big Ridge, 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 (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average humidity in December - Big Ridge, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average rainfall in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.45"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.48").

Average rainfall days in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average snowfall in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.6 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
Big Ridge, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Big Ridge, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average UV index in December - Big Ridge, 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
Big Ridge, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average visibility in December - Big Ridge, 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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