December weather forecast
Hoover, AL

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Weather in December

December in Hoover, Alabama brings along the cold winters, the month has an average minimum temperature dropping further to 40.5°F (4.7°C). The cold waves comingle with a decrease in daylight hours to 10, scripting the winter days for the residents of Hoover. Chilly mornings and cold nights become a common sight across the city. The year concludes swapping the warm summer days with the cold winters and setting the tone for the upcoming year's weather.

Temperature

Hoover's progression into December involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C) in November to a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C). Hoover's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a cold 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hoover, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hoover, Alabama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.7 days and collects up to 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.7 snowfall days, and 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hoover in December?

In Hoover, in December, the average high-temperature is 54.9°F (12.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°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 appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Hoover, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) 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 Hoover have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Hoover, Alabama, 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hoover, AL

Average temperature in December - Hoover, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.9°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 (51.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in December
Hoover, AL

Average pressure in December - Hoover, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hoover, AL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Hoover, AL

Average humidity in December - Hoover, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Hoover, AL

Average rainfall in December - Hoover, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Hoover, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Hoover, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hoover, AL

Average snowfall in December - Hoover, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hoover, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Hoover, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
Hoover, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hoover, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hoover, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Hoover, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Hoover, AL

Average UV index in December - Hoover, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hoover, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Hoover, 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, September and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Hoover, AL

Average visibility in December - Hoover, 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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