December weather forecast
Pleasant Site, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Pleasant Site, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.9°F (3.3°C) and 52°F (11.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Pleasant Site's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) in November to a fresh 52°F (11.1°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pleasant Site, Alabama, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.1 rainfall days, and 38.11" (968mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Pleasant Site, during December, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Pleasant Site, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.3 days and aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, in Pleasant Site, the average high-temperature is 52°F (11.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pleasant Site, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Pleasant Site, in December, during 1.2 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pleasant Site have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

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 reading in December in Pleasant Site?

In Pleasant Site, Alabama, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pleasant Site, AL

Average temperature in December - Pleasant Site, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 52°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Pleasant Site, AL

Average pressure in December - Pleasant Site, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pleasant Site, AL

Average wind speed in December - Pleasant Site, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Pleasant Site, AL

Average humidity in December - Pleasant Site, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Pleasant Site, AL

Average rainfall in December - Pleasant Site, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Pleasant Site, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Pleasant Site, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pleasant Site, AL

Average snowfall in December - Pleasant Site, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pleasant Site, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Pleasant Site, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Pleasant Site, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pleasant Site, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pleasant Site, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Pleasant Site, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Pleasant Site, AL

Average UV index in December - Pleasant Site, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Pleasant Site, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Pleasant Site, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Pleasant Site, AL

Average visibility in December - Pleasant Site, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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