December weather forecast
Rocky Mount, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Rocky Mount, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average low of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and an average high of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from an enjoyable 63.3°F (17.4°C) in November to a still refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). Rocky Mount, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rocky Mount, in December, during 13.7 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rocky Mount, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.1 days and collects up to 37.87" (962mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during December translates into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rocky Mount in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 56.3°F (13.5°C) and a low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°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?

In Rocky Mount, Alabama, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rocky Mount?

In Rocky Mount, in December, during 13.7 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Rocky Mount, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rocky Mount have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rocky Mount have in December?

In Rocky Mount, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rocky Mount?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Rocky Mount.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rocky Mount, AL

Average temperature in December - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37°F).

Average pressure in December
Rocky Mount, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rocky Mount, AL

Average wind speed in December - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Rocky Mount, AL

Average humidity in December - Rocky Mount, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Rocky Mount, AL

Average rainfall in December - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Rocky Mount, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rocky Mount, AL

Average snowfall in December - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rocky Mount, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 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
Rocky Mount, AL

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rocky Mount, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Rocky Mount, AL

Average UV index in December - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Rocky Mount, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Rocky Mount, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Rocky Mount, AL

Average visibility in December - Rocky Mount, 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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