December weather forecast
Jacksonville, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Jacksonville, Alabama, with an average temperature varying between 54°F (12.2°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C) in November to a fresh 54°F (12.2°C). December sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Jacksonville. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Jacksonville, during the entire year, snow falls for 4 days and aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Jacksonville, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. 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. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Jacksonville?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 54°F (12.2°C) and 39°F (3.9°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Jacksonville, in December, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 3.78" (96mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Jacksonville is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Jacksonville have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Jacksonville, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Jacksonville, AL

Average temperature in December - Jacksonville, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Jacksonville, AL

Average pressure in December - Jacksonville, 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
Jacksonville, AL

Average wind speed in December - Jacksonville, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Jacksonville, AL

Average humidity in December - Jacksonville, 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
Jacksonville, AL

Average rainfall in December - Jacksonville, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Jacksonville, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Jacksonville, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Jacksonville, AL

Average snowfall in December - Jacksonville, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Jacksonville, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Jacksonville, 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
Jacksonville, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jacksonville, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Jacksonville, AL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Jacksonville, AL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Jacksonville, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Jacksonville, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Jacksonville, AL

Average visibility in December - Jacksonville, 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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