December weather forecast
Petrey, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Petrey, is still a mild month, with an average temperature varying between 59.9°F (15.5°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a comfortable 66.4°F (19.1°C) in November to a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C). The average temperature during December nights in Petrey is registered at a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Petrey, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Petrey, there are 175.6 rainfall days, and 35.87" (911mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Petrey, during the entire year, snow falls for 1 days and aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January 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 moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Petrey in December?

In Petrey, in December, the average high-temperature is 59.9°F (15.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Petrey, during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Petrey have in December?

In Petrey, the average day length in December is 10h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Petrey have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Petrey, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 59.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Petrey, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Petrey, AL

Average wind speed in December - Petrey, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Petrey, AL

Average humidity in December - Petrey, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Petrey, AL

Average rainfall in December - Petrey, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Petrey, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Petrey, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Petrey, AL

Average snowfall in December - Petrey, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Petrey, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Petrey, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Petrey, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Petrey, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Petrey, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Petrey, AL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Petrey, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Petrey, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Petrey, AL

Average visibility in December - Petrey, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).

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