December weather forecast
Mount Polk, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Mount Polk, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 54°F (12.2°C) and an average low of 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C) in November to a cool 54°F (12.2°C). Throughout December, Mount Polk witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Mount Polk, during the entire year, snow falls for 4 days and aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) 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 6:30 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Mount Polk, is 54°F (12.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°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 December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Mount Polk, in December, during 14 rainfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows in Mount Polk. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mount Polk?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Mount Polk?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

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

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Mount Polk, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Mount Polk, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Mount Polk, 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 - Mount Polk, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Mount Polk, 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
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Average rainfall in December - Mount Polk, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Mount Polk, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Mount Polk, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Mount Polk, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Polk, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Mount Polk, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Mount Polk, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Mount Polk, 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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