December weather forecast
Leatherwood, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Leatherwood, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and an average low of 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C) in November to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C). In Leatherwood, an average temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.2 rainfall days, and 20.12" (511mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.8 snowfall days, and 1.1" (28mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Leatherwood. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Leatherwood in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 39°F (3.9°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 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 in Leatherwood?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Leatherwood?

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

How many hours of daylight does Leatherwood have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

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 6:48 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Leatherwood, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Leatherwood, AL

Average temperature in December - Leatherwood, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.3°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 (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Leatherwood, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Leatherwood, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

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

Average humidity in December
Leatherwood, AL

Average humidity in December - Leatherwood, 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
Leatherwood, AL

Average rainfall in December - Leatherwood, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Leatherwood, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Leatherwood, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Leatherwood, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Leatherwood, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Leatherwood, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leatherwood, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • 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
Leatherwood, AL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Leatherwood, AL

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Leatherwood, 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
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Average visibility in December - Leatherwood, 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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