December weather forecast
Rainbow City, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Rainbow City, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C) in November to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). In December, the average low-temperature records at an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Rainbow City, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Rainbow City, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.2 days and aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) 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 6:31 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Rainbow City, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rainbow City in December?

The high-temperature during December is 53.6°F (12°C) and the low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Rainbow City is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Rainbow City is December, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Rainbow City, in December, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 4.17" (106mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rainbow City in December?

In Rainbow City, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) 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 Rainbow City have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rainbow City have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Rainbow City, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Rainbow City, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Rainbow City, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Rainbow City, 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
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Average rainfall in December - Rainbow City, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Rainbow City, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Rainbow City, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

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

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Rainbow City, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rainbow City, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Rainbow City, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Rainbow City, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Rainbow City, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Rainbow City, 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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