December weather forecast
Irondale, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Irondale, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.9°F (4.4°C) and an average high of 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

A subtle change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from an enjoyable 61.9°F (16.6°C) to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). December brings Irondale a consistent average low-temperature of 39.9°F (4.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Irondale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.1 days and collects up to 18.58" (472mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Irondale, Alabama, in December, during 0.4 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Irondale, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.5 days and aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min 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 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Irondale, Alabama, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 39.9°F (4.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed 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 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Irondale is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Irondale, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Irondale in December?

In Irondale, Alabama, in December, snow falls for 0.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Irondale, the average day length in December is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Irondale, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Irondale, AL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Irondale, AL

Average pressure in December - Irondale, 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
Irondale, AL

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

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 (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Irondale, AL

Average humidity in December - Irondale, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Irondale, AL

Average rainfall in December - Irondale, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Irondale, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Irondale, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Irondale, AL

Average snowfall in December - Irondale, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Irondale, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Irondale, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.8 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
Irondale, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Irondale, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Irondale, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Irondale, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Irondale, AL

Average UV index in December - Irondale, 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
Irondale, AL

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

Average visibility in December
Irondale, AL

Average visibility in December - Irondale, 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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