December weather forecast
Prescott, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Prescott, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in November to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). During December, the average low-temperature is recorded at an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Prescott, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.1 rainfall days, and 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February, November and December. In Prescott, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Prescott, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.5 days and aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

Prescott in December has an average high-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is estimated 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?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Prescott, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Prescott, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) 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 Prescott, the average day length in December is 9h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Prescott have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Prescott, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°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 (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Prescott, AL

Average pressure in December - Prescott, 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
Prescott, AL

Average wind speed in December - Prescott, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Prescott, AL

Average humidity in December - Prescott, 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
Prescott, AL

Average rainfall in December - Prescott, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Prescott, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Prescott, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Prescott, AL

Average snowfall in December - Prescott, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Prescott, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Prescott, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Prescott, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prescott, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Prescott, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Prescott, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Prescott, AL

Average UV index in December - Prescott, 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
Prescott, AL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Prescott, AL

Average visibility in December - Prescott, 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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