December weather forecast
Mentone, AL

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Weather in December

December in Mentone, Alabama, rings in the winter season, with temperatures fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 50.4°F (10.2°C) and a relative humidity of 81%, the highest of the year. Interestingly, this month records the return of snowfall with 0.43" (11mm) after a long lull since April. As the new year approaches, January will bring nearly identical conditions, sustaining the chill and dampness of winter. The afternoons are short-lived and the nights are long, setting the perfect mood for cozy indoor activities around the fireplace.

Temperature

A subtle shift in Mentone's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C) to a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C). Mentone observes an average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) during December.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Mentone, in December, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 4.72" (120mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 191.1 rainfall days, and 48.94" (1243mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Mentone, during December, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mentone, there are 9.7 snowfall days, and 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:31 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mentone in December?

In Mentone, 50.4°F (10.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 36.5°F (2.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Mentone?

In Mentone, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Mentone, during December, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Mentone, in December, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

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 December, the average day length is 9h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Mentone, Alabama, is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Mentone?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mentone, AL

Average temperature in December - Mentone, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Mentone, AL

Average pressure in December - Mentone, 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
Mentone, AL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Mentone, AL

Average humidity in December - Mentone, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Mentone, AL

Average rainfall in December - Mentone, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.76").

Average rainfall days in December
Mentone, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Mentone, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mentone, AL

Average snowfall in December - Mentone, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mentone, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Mentone, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mentone, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mentone, 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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mentone, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Mentone, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7 days).

Average UV index in December
Mentone, AL

Average UV index in December - Mentone, 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
Mentone, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Mentone, 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
Mentone, AL

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

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

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