December weather forecast
Carriage Hills, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Carriage Hills, Alabama, with an average temperature ranging between min 39.4°F (4.1°C) and max 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from an enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C) in November to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C). Carriage Hills experiences an average temperature drop to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Carriage Hills, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. In Carriage Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149 days and collects up to 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Carriage Hills, during December, snow falls for 0.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Carriage Hills, during the entire year, snow falls for 3 days and aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

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 6:33 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Carriage Hills. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

December temperatures in Carriage Hills vary between a high-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and a low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Carriage Hills?

In Carriage Hills, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Carriage Hills?

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index 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
Carriage Hills, AL

Average temperature in December - Carriage Hills, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.1°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 (50.7°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 (34.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Carriage Hills, AL

Average pressure in December - Carriage Hills, 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
Carriage Hills, AL

Average wind speed in December - Carriage Hills, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Carriage Hills, AL

Average humidity in December - Carriage Hills, 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
Carriage Hills, AL

Average rainfall in December - Carriage Hills, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Carriage Hills, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Carriage Hills, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carriage Hills, AL

Average snowfall in December - Carriage Hills, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carriage Hills, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Carriage Hills, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 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
Carriage Hills, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carriage Hills, 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 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carriage Hills, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Carriage Hills, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Carriage Hills, AL

Average UV index in December - Carriage Hills, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Carriage Hills, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Carriage Hills, 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 September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Carriage Hills, AL

Average visibility in December - Carriage Hills, 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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