December weather forecast
Clanton, AL

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Weather in December

December in Clanton, Alabama exhibits a wintry climate, marked by lower temperatures and higher humidity. The average daily temperature oscillates between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C). These weather conditions bring forth a calm and chill feeling reminiscent of winter landscapes. The shorter days and chilly nights create a quiet, peaceful ambiance typical of the holiday season. As December ends, it leaves a trail of colder temperatures, catapulting Clanton into another year of weather cycles.

Temperature

December ushers in a minor alteration in Clanton's climate, with the average high-temperature moving from November's enjoyable 63.3°F (17.4°C) to a mild 56.3°F (13.5°C). Throughout December, Clanton witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Clanton, in December, during 13.7 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.1 rainfall days, and 37.87" (962mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

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 6:31 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

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 medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Clanton, is 56.3°F (13.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Clanton, in December, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.5 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is 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.

How many hours of daylight does Clanton have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Clanton, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Clanton have in December?

In Clanton, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Clanton, AL

Average temperature in December - Clanton, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).

Average pressure in December
Clanton, AL

Average pressure in December - Clanton, 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
Clanton, AL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Clanton, AL

Average humidity in December - Clanton, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Clanton, AL

Average rainfall in December - Clanton, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Clanton, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Clanton, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clanton, AL

Average snowfall in December - Clanton, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clanton, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 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
Clanton, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clanton, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clanton, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Clanton, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Clanton, AL

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Clanton, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Clanton, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Clanton, AL

Average visibility in December - Clanton, 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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