December weather forecast
Prattville, AL

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Weather in December

December brings with it the onset of winter in Prattville, Alabama. The temperatures drop significantly, with average high at 57.7°F (14.3°C). There is a mild recurrence of snow associated with the cold weather, marked by approximately 0.04" (1mm) of snowfall. Towards January, Prattville experiences further cooling, along with increased humidity and cloud cover. Thus, the city readies itself to embrace the new year in a mild cold environment.

Temperature

Prattville records a mild change in average high-temperature during December, easing from a comfortable 64.4°F (18°C) in November to a still refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C). The average low-temperature during December nights is an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Prattville is December, when the rain falls for 13.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March 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. Throughout the year, there are 1.3 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Prattville is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Prattville in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Prattville, is 57.7°F (14.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 79%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Prattville?

In Prattville, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the rainiest month in Prattville?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13.2 days and typically aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Prattville, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 4.02" (102mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Prattville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Prattville have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Prattville?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Prattville, AL

Average temperature in December - Prattville, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Prattville, AL

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Prattville, AL

Average wind speed in December - Prattville, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Prattville, AL

Average humidity in December - Prattville, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Prattville, AL

Average rainfall in December - Prattville, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Prattville, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Prattville, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Prattville, AL

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

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

Average snowfall days in December
Prattville, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 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
Prattville, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prattville, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Prattville, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Prattville, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Prattville, AL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Prattville, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Prattville, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Prattville, AL

Average visibility in December - Prattville, 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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