December weather forecast
Delta, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Delta, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C) to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). An average temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) marks the nights in Delta in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Delta, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.1 rainfall days, and 38.39" (975mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Delta are January through March and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December leads to these instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature in Delta during December is 54.5°F (12.5°C) and the low-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°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 Delta, in December, it is raining for 13.5 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 0.6 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Delta have in December?

In Delta, the average day length in December is 9h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Delta have in December?

In Delta, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Delta, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Delta, AL

Average temperature in December - Delta, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.9°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Delta, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Delta, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Delta, 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
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Average rainfall in December - Delta, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.89").

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Delta, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Delta, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.3 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Delta, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Delta, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Delta, 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, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Delta, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

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

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

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