December weather forecast
Locust Fork, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Locust Fork, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

The transition into December subtly indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) from November's refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C). In December, Locust Fork encounters an average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) during the night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Locust Fork, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Locust Fork, Alabama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.2 days and collects up to 42.24" (1073mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated. In Locust Fork, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.5 days and aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Locust Fork is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, in Locust Fork, the average high-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°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 Locust Fork, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Locust Fork, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Locust Fork, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Locust Fork, the average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Locust Fork, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Locust Fork, AL

Average temperature in December - Locust Fork, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Locust Fork, 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 - Locust Fork, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Locust Fork, 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
Locust Fork, AL

Average rainfall in December - Locust Fork, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.29"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Locust Fork, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Locust Fork, AL

Average snowfall in December - Locust Fork, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Locust Fork, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Locust Fork, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Locust Fork, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Locust Fork, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Locust Fork, AL

Average UV index in December - Locust Fork, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Locust Fork, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Locust Fork, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).

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