December weather forecast
Emerald Shores, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Emerald Shores, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

December signifies a gentle decline in Emerald Shores's average high-temperature, easing from a moderate 59.2°F (15.1°C) in November to a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C). Emerald Shores experiences an average low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) in month of December.

Humidity

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Emerald Shores, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 178.6 rainfall days, and 41.26" (1048mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Emerald Shores, in December, snow falls for 1.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 7.3 snowfall days, and 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and a low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Emerald Shores.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Emerald Shores, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Emerald Shores, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Emerald Shores have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Emerald Shores have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Emerald Shores, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Emerald Shores, AL

Average temperature in December - Emerald Shores, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.8°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 (33.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Emerald Shores, AL

Average pressure in December - Emerald Shores, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Emerald Shores, AL

Average wind speed in December - Emerald Shores, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Emerald Shores, AL

Average humidity in December - Emerald Shores, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Emerald Shores, AL

Average rainfall in December - Emerald Shores, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.56").

Average rainfall days in December
Emerald Shores, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Emerald Shores, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Emerald Shores, AL

Average snowfall in December - Emerald Shores, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Emerald Shores, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Emerald Shores, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Emerald Shores, AL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Emerald Shores, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Emerald Shores, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Emerald Shores, AL

Average UV index in December - Emerald Shores, 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
Emerald Shores, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Emerald Shores, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Emerald Shores, AL

Average visibility in December - Emerald Shores, 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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