December weather forecast
Mackey, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Mackey, Alabama, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.3°F (3.5°C) and max 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

Mackey's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a mild 60.3°F (15.7°C) in November to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). Throughout December, Mackey records an average temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are February and December, with an average 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Mackey, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Mackey, Alabama, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.5 days and aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Mackey, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September 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?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Mackey?

The wettest months are February and December, with an average 4.06" (103mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in December?

In Mackey, in December, during 13.9 rainfall days, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Mackey, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Mackey, the average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mackey have in December?

In Mackey, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Mackey, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Mackey, AL

Average pressure in December - Mackey, 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
Mackey, AL

Average wind speed in December - Mackey, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Mackey, AL

Average humidity in December - Mackey, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Mackey, AL

Average rainfall in December - Mackey, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.56").

Average rainfall days in December
Mackey, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Mackey, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mackey, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mackey, AL

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mackey, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mackey, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Mackey, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Mackey, AL

Average UV index in December - Mackey, 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
Mackey, AL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Mackey, AL

Average visibility in December - Mackey, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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