December weather forecast
Gardendale, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Gardendale, Alabama, with an average temperature varying between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

Gardendale's December weather features a light decline in high-temperatures, reducing from an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in November to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). During the month of December, Gardendale experiences a steady low-temperature average of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Gardendale, in December, snow falls for 0.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Gardendale, Alabama, during the entire year, snow falls for 4 days and aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

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 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Gardendale, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gardendale in December?

In Gardendale, in December, the average high-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Gardendale, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gardendale have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gardendale have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gardendale, AL

Average temperature in December - Gardendale, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Gardendale, AL

Average pressure in December - Gardendale, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gardendale, AL

Average wind speed in December - Gardendale, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Gardendale, AL

Average humidity in December - Gardendale, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Gardendale, AL

Average rainfall in December - Gardendale, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Gardendale, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Gardendale, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gardendale, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gardendale, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Gardendale, 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
Gardendale, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gardendale, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gardendale, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Gardendale, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Gardendale, AL

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Gardendale, AL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Gardendale, AL

Average visibility in December - Gardendale, 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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