December weather forecast
Mount Hope, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mount Hope, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between max 52°F (11.1°C) and min 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C) to a cool 52°F (11.1°C). Mount Hope reports a consistent average low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

The most humid month in Mount Hope is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.1 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Mount Hope, during December, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Mount Hope, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.6 days and aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Mount Hope is 4.7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Mount Hope, records 52°F (11.1°C), while the low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Mount Hope?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 4.49" (114mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is 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 December, the average day length is 9h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Hope have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Mount Hope, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Mount Hope?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Mount Hope, AL

Average temperature in December - Mount Hope, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 52°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°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 (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Hope, AL

Average pressure in December - Mount Hope, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mount Hope, AL

Average wind speed in December - Mount Hope, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Mount Hope, AL

Average humidity in December - Mount Hope, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Mount Hope, AL

Average rainfall in December - Mount Hope, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.49"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Hope, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Hope, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Hope, AL

Average snowfall in December - Mount Hope, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Hope, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Hope, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 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 Hope, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Hope, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Hope, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Hope, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Hope, AL

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

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Hope, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Mount Hope, AL

Average visibility in December - Mount Hope, 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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