December weather forecast
Briarfield, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Briarfield, is still a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and an average low of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

December reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of a refreshing 62.1°F (16.7°C) in November to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). In Briarfield, in December, the average low-temperature is a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month in Briarfield.

Rainfall

In Briarfield, in December, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 3.98" (101mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Briarfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.1 days and collects up to 41.06" (1043mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Briarfield, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.5 snowfall days, and 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February 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 moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, in Briarfield, the average high-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Briarfield?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Briarfield, in December, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 3.98" (101mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Briarfield, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

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?

In Briarfield, the average day length in December is 9h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Briarfield, AL

Average temperature in December - Briarfield, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°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 (50.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Briarfield, AL

Average pressure in December - Briarfield, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Briarfield, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Briarfield, AL

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

Average rainfall in December
Briarfield, AL

Average rainfall in December - Briarfield, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Briarfield, AL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Briarfield, AL

Average snowfall in December - Briarfield, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Briarfield, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.3 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
Briarfield, AL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
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
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Average sunshine days in December - Briarfield, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Briarfield, AL

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

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, February and December (UV index 3).

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Briarfield, AL

Average visibility in December - Briarfield, 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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