December weather forecast
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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The onset of December entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a mild 58.3°F (14.6°C) in November to a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C). During December, Section's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Section, in December, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Section, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.6 days and aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize 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. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Section, is 50.7°F (10.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

What is the rainiest month?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Section, in December, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 4.45" (113mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Section in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Section have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Section have in December?

In Section, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Section, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
Section, AL

Average temperature in December - Section, 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
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Average pressure in December - Section, 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 - Section, 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
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Average humidity in December - Section, 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
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Average rainfall in December - Section, 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
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Average rainfall days in December - Section, 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
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Average snowfall in December - Section, 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
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Average snowfall days in December - Section, 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
Section, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Section, 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
Section, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Section, 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
Section, AL

Average UV index in December - Section, 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
Section, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Section, 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
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Average visibility in December - Section, 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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