December weather forecast
Fairfield, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Fairfield, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 54.9°F (12.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in November to a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C). Throughout the month of December, Fairfield witnesses an average low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Fairfield, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 4.1 snowfall days, and 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

During December, Fairfield experiences an average high-temperature of 54.9°F (12.7°C) and a low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Fairfield?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Fairfield is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Fairfield, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Fairfield, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Fairfield.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Fairfield, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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 reading in December?

In Fairfield, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fairfield, AL

Average temperature in December - Fairfield, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in December
Fairfield, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fairfield, AL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Fairfield, AL

Average humidity in December - Fairfield, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Fairfield, AL

Average rainfall in December - Fairfield, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Fairfield, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Fairfield, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fairfield, AL

Average snowfall in December - Fairfield, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fairfield, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Fairfield, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is 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
Fairfield, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fairfield, 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 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fairfield, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Fairfield, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Fairfield, AL

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

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Fairfield, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Fairfield, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Fairfield, AL

Average visibility in December - Fairfield, 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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