December weather forecast
Duke, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Duke, Alabama, with an average temperature varying between 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in November to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). In Duke, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are February and December, with an average 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Duke?

The high-temperature, in December, in Duke, is 53.8°F (12.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 38.7°F (3.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised 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 December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Duke?

The wettest months are February and December, with an average 3.9" (99mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in December in Duke?

In Duke, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Duke?

The month with the most snowfall in Duke is December, when snow falls for 0.7 days and typically aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Duke, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Duke have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Duke have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is 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 intensity in December?

In Duke, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Duke, AL

Average temperature in December - Duke, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.8°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 (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.7°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 (34.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Duke, AL

Average pressure in December - Duke, 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
Duke, AL

Average wind speed in December - Duke, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Duke, AL

Average humidity in December - Duke, 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
Duke, AL

Average rainfall in December - Duke, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.9"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and December (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Duke, AL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Duke, AL

Average snowfall in December - Duke, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Duke, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Duke, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Duke, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Duke, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Duke, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Duke, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Duke, AL

Average UV index in December - Duke, 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
Duke, AL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Duke, AL

Average visibility in December - Duke, 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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