December weather forecast
Rutledge, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Rutledge, Alabama, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.9°F (6.6°C) and max 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Rutledge's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a refreshing 66.4°F (19.1°C) in November to a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C). In Rutledge, the average nighttime temperature during December is a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Rutledge, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 3.82" (97mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rutledge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.6 days and collects up to 35.87" (911mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Rutledge, during the entire year, snow falls for 1 days and aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Rutledge, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

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 moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 59.9°F (15.5°C) and 43.9°F (6.6°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month in Rutledge.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Rutledge, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Rutledge, during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Rutledge, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Rutledge, the average day length in December is 10h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Rutledge is 5.2h.

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 3.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rutledge, AL

Average temperature in December - Rutledge, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 59.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Rutledge, AL

Average pressure in December - Rutledge, 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
Rutledge, AL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Rutledge, AL

Average humidity in December - Rutledge, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Rutledge, AL

Average rainfall in December - Rutledge, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Rutledge, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Rutledge, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rutledge, AL

Average snowfall in December - Rutledge, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rutledge, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Rutledge, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rutledge, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rutledge, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Rutledge, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Rutledge, AL

Average UV index in December - Rutledge, 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
Rutledge, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Rutledge, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Rutledge, AL

Average visibility in December - Rutledge, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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