December weather forecast
Piedmont Springs, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Piedmont Springs, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from an enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C) in November to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 38.5°F (3.6°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Piedmont Springs, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155 rainfall days, and 25.47" (647mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Piedmont Springs, Alabama, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.2 days and aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In December, in Piedmont Springs, the average high-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month in Piedmont Springs, 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 Piedmont Springs?

In Piedmont Springs, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) 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 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Piedmont Springs have in December?

In Piedmont Springs, the average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Piedmont Springs, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Piedmont Springs is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Piedmont Springs, AL

Average temperature in December - Piedmont Springs, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.1°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 (49.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Piedmont Springs, AL

Average pressure in December - Piedmont Springs, 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
Piedmont Springs, AL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Piedmont Springs, AL

Average humidity in December - Piedmont Springs, 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
Piedmont Springs, AL

Average rainfall in December - Piedmont Springs, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Piedmont Springs, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Piedmont Springs, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Piedmont Springs, AL

Average snowfall in December - Piedmont Springs, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Piedmont Springs, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Piedmont Springs, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 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
Piedmont Springs, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Piedmont Springs, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • 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
Piedmont Springs, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Piedmont Springs, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Piedmont Springs, AL

Average UV index in December - Piedmont Springs, 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
Piedmont Springs, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Piedmont Springs, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Piedmont Springs, AL

Average visibility in December - Piedmont Springs, 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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