December weather forecast
Chatom, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Chatom, Alabama, with an average temperature varying between 60.8°F (16°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from 67.3°F (19.6°C) in November to a still refreshing 60.8°F (16°C). Chatom, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month in Chatom.

Rainfall

In Chatom, Alabama, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.8 rainfall days, and 38.43" (976mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 0.8 snowfall days, and 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December leads to these instructions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Chatom, is 60.8°F (16°C), while the low-temperature averages to 45°F (7.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is estimated at 105.8°F (41°C).

What is the most humid month in Chatom?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Chatom?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Chatom, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Chatom have in December?

In Chatom, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Chatom, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Chatom, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Chatom, AL

Average wind speed in December - Chatom, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Chatom, AL

Average humidity in December - Chatom, 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
Chatom, AL

Average rainfall in December - Chatom, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Chatom, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Chatom, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chatom, AL

Average snowfall in December - Chatom, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Chatom, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Chatom, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chatom, AL

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chatom, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Chatom, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5 days).

Average UV index in December
Chatom, AL

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Chatom, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Chatom, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Chatom, AL

Average visibility in December - Chatom, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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