December weather forecast
Shannon, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shannon, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 54.9°F (12.7°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

Shannon in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's enjoyable 62.4°F (16.9°C) to a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Shannon, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.7 rainfall days, and 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Shannon, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.7 days and aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Shannon is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Shannon, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Shannon, is 54.9°F (12.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Shannon in December?

In Shannon, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shannon, AL

Average temperature in December - Shannon, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in December
Shannon, AL

Average pressure in December - Shannon, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Shannon, AL

Average wind speed in December - Shannon, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Shannon, AL

Average humidity in December - Shannon, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Shannon, AL

Average rainfall in December - Shannon, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Shannon, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Shannon, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shannon, AL

Average snowfall in December - Shannon, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

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
Shannon, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Shannon, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
Shannon, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shannon, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shannon, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Shannon, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Shannon, AL

Average UV index in December - Shannon, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Shannon, AL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Shannon, AL

Average visibility in December - Shannon, 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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