December weather forecast
Selma, AL

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Weather in December

December caps the year with the onset of winter. The temperatures fall further, ranging from 42.6°F (5.9°C) to 57.9°F (14.4°C). December has the highest rainfall, registering 3.82" (97mm) over 13 days, surprising as it is a winter month. Daylight hours are at their minimum, and the UV index drops down to 3. The wind speed maintains similar to November, contributing to the crisp winter feel. Despite these characteristics, the chance of snowfall is phenomenally small, making December a month of cold rain rather than snow.

Temperature

December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C) in November to a still refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C). Selma experiences an average low-temperature reading of 42.6°F (5.9°C) throughout December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) 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 Selma, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.7 days and aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, in Selma, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Selma, records 57.9°F (14.4°C), while the low-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13 days and accumulates 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Selma, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Selma have in December?

In Selma, Alabama, the average day length in December is 10h and 4min.

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 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January 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?

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

Average temperature in December - Selma, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Selma, AL

Average pressure in December - Selma, 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
Selma, AL

Average wind speed in December - Selma, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

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 (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Selma, AL

Average humidity in December - Selma, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Selma, AL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Selma, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Selma, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Selma, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Selma, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Selma, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Selma, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Selma, AL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Selma, AL

Average UV index in December - Selma, 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
Selma, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Selma, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Selma, AL

Average visibility in December - Selma, 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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