December weather forecast
Fruitdale, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fruitdale, is also an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45°F (7.2°C) and 60.8°F (16°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor shift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C) in November to a still refreshing 60.8°F (16°C). Fruitdale witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) throughout December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Fruitdale, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 180.8 rainfall days, and 38.43" (976mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Fruitdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.8 days and aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fruitdale in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fruitdale, is 60.8°F (16°C), while the low-temperature averages to 45°F (7.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is computed to be 105.8°F (41°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Fruitdale have in December?

In Fruitdale, Alabama, the average day length in December is 10h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Fruitdale, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

Average temperature in December - Fruitdale, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Fruitdale, AL

Average pressure in December - Fruitdale, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fruitdale, AL

Average wind speed in December - Fruitdale, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Fruitdale, AL

Average humidity in December - Fruitdale, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Fruitdale, AL

Average rainfall in December - Fruitdale, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Fruitdale, AL

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fruitdale, AL

Average snowfall in December - Fruitdale, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fruitdale, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Fruitdale, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fruitdale, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fruitdale, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fruitdale, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Fruitdale, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5 days).

Average UV index in December
Fruitdale, AL

Average UV index in December - Fruitdale, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Fruitdale, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Fruitdale, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Fruitdale, AL

Average visibility in December - Fruitdale, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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