December weather forecast
Saint Elmo, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saint Elmo, is also an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 62.6°F (17°C) and 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C) in November to an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C). Saint Elmo throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Saint Elmo, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Saint Elmo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.5 days and collects up to 40.98" (1041mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall in Saint Elmo.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Saint Elmo.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December leads to these instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Saint Elmo, is 62.6°F (17°C), while the average low-temperature is 49.8°F (9.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Saint Elmo, Alabama, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Saint Elmo have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Saint Elmo, AL

Average temperature in December - Saint Elmo, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 49.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.5°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Saint Elmo, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
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Average wind speed in December - Saint Elmo, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Saint Elmo, 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
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Average rainfall in December - Saint Elmo, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Saint Elmo, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Saint Elmo, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Saint Elmo, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Elmo, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Elmo, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Elmo, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.1 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Saint Elmo, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Saint Elmo, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Saint Elmo, AL

Average visibility in December - Saint Elmo, 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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