December weather forecast
Palmerdale, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Palmerdale, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

In Palmerdale, the beginning of December is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C) to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). Palmerdale experiences an average low-temperature reading of 39.4°F (4.1°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149 rainfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Palmerdale, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Palmerdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 3 days and aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Palmerdale in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Palmerdale, is 54.1°F (12.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 93.2°F (34°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 Palmerdale?

The average relative humidity in December in Palmerdale, Alabama, is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Palmerdale, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Palmerdale, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Palmerdale have in December?

In Palmerdale, the average day length in December is 9h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Palmerdale?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine in Palmerdale are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Palmerdale, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Palmerdale, AL

Average temperature in December - Palmerdale, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Palmerdale, AL

Average pressure in December - Palmerdale, 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
Palmerdale, AL

Average wind speed in December - Palmerdale, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Palmerdale, AL

Average humidity in December - Palmerdale, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Palmerdale, AL

Average rainfall in December - Palmerdale, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Palmerdale, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Palmerdale, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Palmerdale, AL

Average snowfall in December - Palmerdale, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Palmerdale, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Palmerdale, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palmerdale, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Palmerdale, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Palmerdale, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Palmerdale, AL

Average UV index in December - Palmerdale, 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
Palmerdale, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Palmerdale, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Palmerdale, AL

Average visibility in December - Palmerdale, 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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