December weather forecast
Pelham Heights, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Pelham Heights, Alabama, with an average temperature ranging between min 39°F (3.9°C) and max 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Pelham Heights notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from November's comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C) to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pelham Heights, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 147.2 rainfall days, and 20.12" (511mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Pelham Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.8 days and aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) 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 6:30 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Pelham Heights in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and a low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is estimated at 91.4°F (33°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 December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pelham Heights, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pelham Heights, Alabama.

How many hours of daylight does Pelham Heights have in December?

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

When 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 6:47 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Pelham Heights is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Pelham Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pelham Heights, AL

Average temperature in December - Pelham Heights, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.3°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 (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°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 (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Pelham Heights, AL

Average pressure in December - Pelham Heights, 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
Pelham Heights, AL

Average wind speed in December - Pelham Heights, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

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

Average humidity in December
Pelham Heights, AL

Average humidity in December - Pelham Heights, 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
Pelham Heights, AL

Average rainfall in December - Pelham Heights, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Pelham Heights, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Pelham Heights, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pelham Heights, AL

Average snowfall in December - Pelham Heights, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pelham Heights, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Pelham Heights, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Pelham Heights, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pelham Heights, 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: 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
Pelham Heights, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Pelham Heights, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Pelham Heights, AL

Average UV index in December - Pelham Heights, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Pelham Heights, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Pelham Heights, 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
Pelham Heights, AL

Average visibility in December - Pelham Heights, 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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