December weather forecast
Petes Crossroads, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Petes Crossroads, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average high of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in November to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) is noted.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Petes Crossroads, in December, during 8.9 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Petes Crossroads, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.4 days and collects up to 14.17" (360mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February, November and December. In Petes Crossroads, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 3.6 snowfall days, and 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is appraised at 93.2°F (34°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 much does it rain in December?

In Petes Crossroads, in December, during 8.9 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Petes Crossroads?

In Petes Crossroads, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December in Petes Crossroads?

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

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 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Petes Crossroads have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Petes Crossroads, AL

Average temperature in December - Petes Crossroads, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Petes Crossroads, AL

Average pressure in December - Petes Crossroads, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Petes Crossroads, AL

Average wind speed in December - Petes Crossroads, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Petes Crossroads, AL

Average humidity in December - Petes Crossroads, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Petes Crossroads, AL

Average rainfall in December - Petes Crossroads, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Petes Crossroads, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Petes Crossroads, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Petes Crossroads, AL

Average snowfall in December - Petes Crossroads, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Petes Crossroads, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Petes Crossroads, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.3 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
Petes Crossroads, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Petes Crossroads, 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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Petes Crossroads, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Petes Crossroads, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Petes Crossroads, AL

Average UV index in December - Petes Crossroads, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Petes Crossroads, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Petes Crossroads, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Petes Crossroads, AL

Average visibility in December - Petes Crossroads, 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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