December weather forecast
Highland Lake, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Highland Lake, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) in November to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Highland Lake, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 4.29" (109mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Highland Lake, there are 180.2 rainfall days, and 42.24" (1073mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 4.5 snowfall days, and 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Highland Lake in December?

Highland Lake in December has an average high-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°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 December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Highland Lake, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Highland Lake, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Highland Lake, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).

Average pressure in December
Highland Lake, AL

Average pressure in December - Highland Lake, 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
Highland Lake, AL

Average wind speed in December - Highland Lake, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Highland Lake, AL

Average humidity in December - Highland Lake, 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
Highland Lake, AL

Average rainfall in December - Highland Lake, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.29"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Highland Lake, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Highland Lake, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Highland Lake, AL

Average snowfall in December - Highland Lake, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Highland Lake, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Highland Lake, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 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
Highland Lake, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Highland Lake, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Highland Lake, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Highland Lake, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Highland Lake, AL

Average UV index in December - Highland Lake, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Highland Lake, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Highland Lake, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Highland Lake, AL

Average visibility in December - Highland Lake, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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