December weather forecast
Dempsey, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Dempsey, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.3°F (11.3°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

December reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C) in November to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) is observed.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dempsey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.7 days and collects up to 40.24" (1022mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Dempsey. In Dempsey, in December, snow falls for 0.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Dempsey, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.8 days and aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, in Dempsey, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Dempsey is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dempsey in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Dempsey, is 52.3°F (11.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Dempsey?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dempsey, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dempsey, in December, snow falls for 0.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Dempsey, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dempsey, AL

Average temperature in December - Dempsey, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Dempsey, AL

Average pressure in December - Dempsey, 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
Dempsey, AL

Average wind speed in December - Dempsey, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Dempsey, AL

Average humidity in December - Dempsey, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Dempsey, AL

Average rainfall in December - Dempsey, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Dempsey, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Dempsey, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dempsey, AL

Average snowfall in December - Dempsey, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Dempsey, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Dempsey, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 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
Dempsey, AL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dempsey, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Dempsey, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Dempsey, AL

Average UV index in December - Dempsey, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Dempsey, AL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Dempsey, AL

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

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

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