December weather forecast
Cahaba Heights, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Cahaba Heights, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.9°F (12.7°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving subtly from an enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C) in November to a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature in Cahaba Heights dips to a steady average of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cahaba Heights, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147 rainfall days, and 19.06" (484mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.7 snowfall days, and 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Cahaba Heights, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, in Cahaba Heights, the average high-temperature is 54.9°F (12.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Cahaba Heights?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Cahaba Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cahaba Heights, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Cahaba Heights?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Cahaba Heights, 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 6:33 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Cahaba Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Cahaba Heights, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Cahaba Heights?

In Cahaba Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cahaba Heights, AL

Average temperature in December - Cahaba Heights, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in December
Cahaba Heights, AL

Average pressure in December - Cahaba Heights, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cahaba Heights, AL

Average wind speed in December - Cahaba Heights, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Cahaba Heights, AL

Average humidity in December - Cahaba Heights, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Cahaba Heights, AL

Average rainfall in December - Cahaba Heights, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Cahaba Heights, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Cahaba Heights, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cahaba Heights, AL

Average snowfall in December - Cahaba Heights, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cahaba Heights, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Cahaba Heights, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
Cahaba Heights, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cahaba Heights, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cahaba Heights, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Cahaba Heights, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Cahaba Heights, AL

Average UV index in December - Cahaba Heights, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Cahaba Heights, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Cahaba Heights, 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 and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Cahaba Heights, AL

Average visibility in December - Cahaba Heights, 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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