December weather forecast
Scotland, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Scotland, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.1°F (15.6°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from an enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C) in November to a moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C). Scotland throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Scotland, in December, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 3.86" (98mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Scotland, Alabama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.1 days and collects up to 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Scotland, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.5 days and aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Scotland, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January, November 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 health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in December transforms into this advice:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Scotland?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 60.1°F (15.6°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the most humid month in Scotland?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Scotland, in December, during 12.9 rainfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows in Scotland. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Scotland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Scotland, AL

Average temperature in December - Scotland, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.7°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
Scotland, AL

Average pressure in December - Scotland, 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
Scotland, AL

Average wind speed in December - Scotland, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Scotland, AL

Average humidity in December - Scotland, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Scotland, AL

Average rainfall in December - Scotland, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Scotland, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Scotland, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Scotland, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Scotland, AL

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.4 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
Scotland, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Scotland, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Scotland, AL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Scotland, AL

Average UV index in December - Scotland, 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, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Scotland, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Scotland, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Scotland, AL

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

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

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