December weather forecast
Cherokee, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cherokee, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

With the commencement of December, Cherokee records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from November's mild 59.4°F (15.2°C) to a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) is observed.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cherokee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.1 days and collects up to 40.12" (1019mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Cherokee, in December, during 1 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 6.8 snowfall days, and 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cherokee in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Cherokee, is 51.3°F (10.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 37.8°F (3.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Cherokee, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Cherokee have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cherokee, AL

Average temperature in December - Cherokee, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Cherokee, AL

Average pressure in December - Cherokee, 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
Cherokee, AL

Average wind speed in December - Cherokee, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Cherokee, AL

Average humidity in December - Cherokee, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Cherokee, AL

Average rainfall in December - Cherokee, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Cherokee, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Cherokee, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cherokee, AL

Average snowfall in December - Cherokee, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cherokee, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Cherokee, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cherokee, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cherokee, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Cherokee, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Cherokee, AL

Average UV index in December - Cherokee, 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
Cherokee, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Cherokee, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Cherokee, AL

Average visibility in December - Cherokee, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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