December weather forecast
Petersville, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Petersville, Alabama, with an average temperature varying between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 51.1°F (10.6°C).

Temperature

The transition into December subtly indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) from November's moderate 59.2°F (15.1°C). December nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Petersville, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Petersville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.6 days and collects up to 41.26" (1048mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Petersville, in December, snow falls for 1.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 7.3 snowfall days, and 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Petersville, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Petersville 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

Petersville in December has an average high-temperature of 51.1°F (10.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

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

How much does it snow in December?

In Petersville, Alabama, in December, during 1.1 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Petersville, Alabama, is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

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?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Petersville, AL

Average temperature in December - Petersville, 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
Petersville, AL

Average pressure in December - Petersville, 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
Petersville, AL

Average wind speed in December - Petersville, 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
Petersville, AL

Average humidity in December - Petersville, 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
Petersville, AL

Average rainfall in December - Petersville, 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
Petersville, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Petersville, 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
Petersville, AL

Average snowfall in December - Petersville, 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
Petersville, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Petersville, 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
Petersville, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Petersville, 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
Petersville, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Petersville, 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
Petersville, AL

Average UV index in December - Petersville, 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
Petersville, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Petersville, 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
Petersville, AL

Average visibility in December - Petersville, 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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