December weather forecast
Rockwest, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rockwest, is still a refreshing month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 59.2°F (15.1°C) and an average low of 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 66.2°F (19°C) in November to a moderate 59.2°F (15.1°C). Rockwest, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) 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 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Rockwest, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.5 days and aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 59.2°F (15.1°C) and a low-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 102.2°F (39°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 is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13 days and accumulates 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Rockwest, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 3.94" (100mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rockwest?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rockwest have in December?

In December, the average day length in Rockwest is 10h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rockwest, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Rockwest, AL

Average temperature in December - Rockwest, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 59.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Rockwest, AL

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Rockwest, AL

Average wind speed in December - Rockwest, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Rockwest, AL

Average humidity in December - Rockwest, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Rockwest, AL

Average rainfall in December - Rockwest, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Rockwest, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Rockwest, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rockwest, AL

Average snowfall in December - Rockwest, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rockwest, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Rockwest, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 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
Rockwest, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockwest, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rockwest, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Rockwest, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Rockwest, AL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Rockwest, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Rockwest, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Rockwest, AL

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

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

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