December weather forecast
Ironaton, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Ironaton, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a comfortable 61.9°F (16.6°C) in November to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ironaton, during December, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.4 rainfall days, and 38.58" (980mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Ironaton, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.7 days and aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in December transforms into this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Ironaton, is 54.5°F (12.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 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 December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ironaton?

In Ironaton, in December, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Ironaton?

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?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ironaton have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ironaton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Ironaton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ironaton, AL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Ironaton, AL

Average pressure in December - Ironaton, 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
Ironaton, AL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Ironaton, AL

Average humidity in December - Ironaton, 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
Ironaton, AL

Average rainfall in December - Ironaton, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Ironaton, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Ironaton, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ironaton, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ironaton, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Ironaton, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ironaton, 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
Ironaton, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Ironaton, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Ironaton, AL

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ironaton, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Ironaton, 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 and October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Ironaton, AL

Average visibility in December - Ironaton, 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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