December weather forecast
Royal, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Royal, Alabama, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.3°F (3.5°C) and max 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

Royal's December weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's refreshing 60.1°F (15.6°C) to a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C). Royal, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

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 13.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Royal are January through March, November and December. In Royal, during December, snow falls for 0.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.8 snowfall days, and 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, in Royal, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Royal, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature during December is 52.9°F (11.6°C) and the low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is computed to be 89.6°F (32°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 in Royal is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.1 days and accumulates 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Royal, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Royal, Alabama, in December, snow falls for 0.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

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 Royal have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Royal have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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 Royal?

In Royal, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Royal, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Royal, 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 - Royal, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

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

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Royal, 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 - Royal, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Royal, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Royal, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.63").
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 - Royal, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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 - Royal, 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 4min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Royal, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Royal, 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 - Royal, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Royal, 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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