December weather forecast
Harrisburg, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Harrisburg, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

December heralds a minor drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) is experienced.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout December, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 184.1 rainfall days, and 41.97" (1066mm) 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 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.1 snowfall days, and 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Harrisburg.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Harrisburg, is 54.5°F (12.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Harrisburg?

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 is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout December, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Harrisburg have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Harrisburg?

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average temperature in December - Harrisburg, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average pressure in December - Harrisburg, 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
Harrisburg, AL

Average wind speed in December - Harrisburg, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average humidity in December - Harrisburg, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average rainfall in December - Harrisburg, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Harrisburg, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average snowfall in December - Harrisburg, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Harrisburg, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 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
Harrisburg, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harrisburg, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Harrisburg, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average UV index in December - Harrisburg, 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
Harrisburg, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Harrisburg, 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 September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average visibility in December - Harrisburg, 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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