December weather forecast
Clayton, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Clayton, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 59.5°F (15.3°C).

Temperature

A subtle shift in Clayton's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a refreshing 65.3°F (18.5°C) to a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C). An average minimum temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.5 rainfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Clayton, snow does not fall in April through December.

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 6:24 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January 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 moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December leads to these advisories:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Clayton, is 59.5°F (15.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Clayton, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Clayton, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Clayton have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Clayton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Clayton, AL

Average temperature in December - Clayton, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 59.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 44.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Clayton, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Clayton, AL

Average wind speed in December - Clayton, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Clayton, AL

Average humidity in December - Clayton, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Clayton, AL

Average rainfall in December - Clayton, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Clayton, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Clayton, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clayton, AL

Average snowfall in December - Clayton, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Clayton, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Clayton, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clayton, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clayton, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Clayton, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Clayton, AL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Clayton, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Clayton, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Clayton, AL

Average visibility in December - Clayton, 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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