December weather forecast
Rainsville, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rainsville, is still a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36.7°F (2.6°C) and max 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

A modest decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) in November to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). Rainsville records a steady low-temperature average of 36.7°F (2.6°C) during December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are July and December, with an average 4.88" (124mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Rainsville, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 8.7 snowfall days, and 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:32 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rainsville in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the rainiest month?

The wettest months are July and December, with an average 4.88" (124mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Rainsville, in December, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 4.88" (124mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rainsville?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

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 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Rainsville, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Rainsville, AL

Average pressure in December - Rainsville, 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
Rainsville, AL

Average wind speed in December - Rainsville, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Rainsville, AL

Average humidity in December - Rainsville, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Rainsville, AL

Average rainfall in December - Rainsville, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.88"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and December (4.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.8").

Average rainfall days in December
Rainsville, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Rainsville, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rainsville, AL

Average snowfall in December - Rainsville, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rainsville, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Rainsville, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rainsville, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rainsville, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rainsville, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Rainsville, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Rainsville, AL

Average UV index in December - Rainsville, 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
Rainsville, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Rainsville, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Rainsville, AL

Average visibility in December - Rainsville, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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