December weather forecast
Independence, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Independence, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.7°F (14.3°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an enjoyable 64.4°F (18°C) in November to a still refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C). Independence, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Independence is December, when the rain falls for 13.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) 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 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.3 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

Independence in December has an average high-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Independence is December, when the rain falls for 13.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 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 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Independence?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Independence have in December?

In Independence, 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 and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Independence, AL

Average temperature in December - Independence, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Independence, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Independence, AL

Average wind speed in December - Independence, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Independence, AL

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

Average rainfall in December
Independence, AL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Independence, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Independence, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Independence, AL

Average snowfall in December - Independence, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Independence, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Independence, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 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
Independence, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Independence, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Independence, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Independence, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Independence, AL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Independence, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Independence, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Independence, AL

Average visibility in December - Independence, 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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