December weather forecast
Peterson, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Peterson, is also a moderate month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41°F (5°C) and an average high of 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from November's enjoyable 63°F (17.2°C) to a mild 55.4°F (13°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 41°F (5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169.8 rainfall days, and 39.96" (1015mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Peterson, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Peterson, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.2 days and aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Peterson in December?

The high-temperature during December is 55.4°F (13°C) and the low-temperature is 41°F (5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°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%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Peterson, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 4.21" (107mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Peterson, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Peterson?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Peterson, the average day length in December is 10h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Peterson have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Peterson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Peterson, AL

Average temperature in December - Peterson, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Peterson, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Peterson, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

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

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Peterson, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.29").
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 - Peterson, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Peterson, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

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

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Peterson, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Peterson, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (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
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Average sunshine days in December - Peterson, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

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

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

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Peterson, 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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