December weather forecast
Scottsboro, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Scottsboro, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's moderate 58.3°F (14.6°C) to a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C). An average nighttime temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) is recorded in Scottsboro during December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Scottsboro, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Scottsboro. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Scottsboro, in December, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.6 snowfall days, and 1.89" (48mm) 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 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Scottsboro, records 50.7°F (10.4°C), while the low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Scottsboro, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Scottsboro, in December, during 14 rainfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Scottsboro, in December, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Scottsboro?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Scottsboro have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Scottsboro?

On the first day of December in Scottsboro, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Scottsboro have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Scottsboro, AL

Average temperature in December - Scottsboro, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Scottsboro, AL

Average pressure in December - Scottsboro, 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
Scottsboro, AL

Average wind speed in December - Scottsboro, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Scottsboro, AL

Average humidity in December - Scottsboro, 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Scottsboro, AL

Average rainfall in December - Scottsboro, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.45"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.45").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are October and November (2.44").

Average rainfall days in December
Scottsboro, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Scottsboro, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Scottsboro, AL

Average snowfall in December - Scottsboro, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Scottsboro, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Scottsboro, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Scottsboro, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Scottsboro, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Scottsboro, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Scottsboro, AL

Average UV index in December - Scottsboro, 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
Scottsboro, AL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Scottsboro, AL

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

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

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