December weather forecast
Northwood Hills, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Northwood Hills, Alabama, with an average temperature ranging between max 51.1°F (10.6°C) and min 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Northwood Hills notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from November's mild 59.2°F (15.1°C) to a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C). In Northwood Hills, an average temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Northwood Hills, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 178.6 rainfall days, and 41.26" (1048mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Northwood Hills. In Northwood Hills, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Northwood Hills, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.3 days and aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Northwood Hills, is 51.1°F (10.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Northwood Hills, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Northwood Hills in December?

In Northwood Hills, in December, snow falls for 1.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) 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 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Northwood Hills, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Northwood Hills?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Northwood Hills?

In Northwood Hills, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Northwood Hills, AL

Average temperature in December - Northwood Hills, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°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
Northwood Hills, AL

Average pressure in December - Northwood Hills, 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
Northwood Hills, AL

Average wind speed in December - Northwood Hills, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Northwood Hills, AL

Average humidity in December - Northwood Hills, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

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

Average rainfall in December
Northwood Hills, AL

Average rainfall in December - Northwood Hills, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.56").

Average rainfall days in December
Northwood Hills, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Northwood Hills, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Northwood Hills, AL

Average snowfall in December - Northwood Hills, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Northwood Hills, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Northwood Hills, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Northwood Hills, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Northwood Hills, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Northwood Hills, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Northwood Hills, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Northwood Hills, AL

Average UV index in December - Northwood Hills, 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
Northwood Hills, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Northwood Hills, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Northwood Hills, AL

Average visibility in December - Northwood Hills, 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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