December weather forecast
Mount Hester, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Mount Hester, Alabama, with an average temperature ranging between min 37.8°F (3.2°C) and max 51.3°F (10.7°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Mount Hester sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C) to a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C). During the month of December, an average low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) is recorded in Mount Hester.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mount Hester, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. In Mount Hester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.1 days and collects up to 40.12" (1019mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Mount Hester, during December, snow falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.8 snowfall days, and 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mount Hester.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, in Mount Hester, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

During December, Mount Hester experiences an average high-temperature of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and a low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 89.6°F (32°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 Mount Hester, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Mount Hester, in December, snow falls for 1 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Hester have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Mount Hester?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Mount Hester, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mount Hester, AL

Average temperature in December - Mount Hester, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.8°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 (33.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Hester, AL

Average pressure in December - Mount Hester, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mount Hester, AL

Average wind speed in December - Mount Hester, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Mount Hester, AL

Average humidity in December - Mount Hester, 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
Mount Hester, AL

Average rainfall in December - Mount Hester, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Hester, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Hester, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Hester, AL

Average snowfall in December - Mount Hester, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Hester, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Hester, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.3 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
Mount Hester, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Hester, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Hester, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Hester, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Hester, AL

Average UV index in December - Mount Hester, 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
Mount Hester, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Hester, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
Mount Hester, AL

Average visibility in December - Mount Hester, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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