December weather forecast
Grantley, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Grantley, Alabama, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.1°F (12.3°C) and min 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C) in November to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C). In December, the average low-temperature is a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Grantley, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Grantley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 25.04" (636mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.2 snowfall days, and 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Grantley is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard 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 intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In Grantley, in December, the average high-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is estimated 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 Grantley?

In Grantley, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Grantley, in December, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) 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 Grantley have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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 intensity in December?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Grantley, AL

Average pressure in December - Grantley, 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
Grantley, AL

Average wind speed in December - Grantley, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Grantley, AL

Average humidity in December - Grantley, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Grantley, AL

Average rainfall in December - Grantley, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Grantley, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Grantley, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Grantley, AL

Average snowfall in December - Grantley, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Grantley, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Grantley, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 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
Grantley, AL

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

Average sunshine days in December
Grantley, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Grantley, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Grantley, AL

Average UV index in December - Grantley, 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
Grantley, AL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Grantley, AL

Average visibility in December - Grantley, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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