December weather forecast
Needham, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Needham, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 58.1°F (14.5°C) and an average low of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Needham notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from November's enjoyable 65.7°F (18.7°C) to a moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) is observed.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Needham, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Needham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.6 days and collects up to 19.33" (491mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Needham, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.3 days and aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Needham, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature during December is 58.1°F (14.5°C) and the low-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is appraised at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Needham, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Needham, AL

Average temperature in December - Needham, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Needham, AL

Average pressure in December - Needham, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Needham, AL

Average wind speed in December - Needham, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Needham, AL

Average humidity in December - Needham, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Needham, AL

Average rainfall in December - Needham, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Needham, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Needham, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Needham, AL

Average snowfall in December - Needham, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Needham, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Needham, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Needham, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Needham, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Needham, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Needham, AL

Average UV index in December - Needham, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Needham, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Needham, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Needham, AL

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

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

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