December weather forecast
Shelby, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Shelby, Alabama, with an average temperature ranging between min 40.3°F (4.6°C) and max 55.2°F (12.9°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a refreshing 62.8°F (17.1°C) in November to a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C). Shelby's average low-temperature in December is measured at an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Shelby, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shelby, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.7 days and collects up to 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Shelby, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.9 snowfall days, and 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:49 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, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shelby in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Shelby, is 55.2°F (12.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 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?

In Shelby, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Shelby, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Shelby, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Shelby?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Shelby have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Shelby?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shelby, AL

Average temperature in December - Shelby, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.3°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Shelby, AL

Average pressure in December - Shelby, 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
Shelby, AL

Average wind speed in December - Shelby, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

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
Shelby, AL

Average humidity in December - Shelby, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Shelby, AL

Average rainfall in December - Shelby, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Shelby, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Shelby, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shelby, AL

Average snowfall in December - Shelby, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.59").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shelby, AL

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and 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
Shelby, AL

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

Average sunshine days in December - Shelby, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Shelby, AL

Average UV index in December - Shelby, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Shelby, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Shelby, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

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

Average visibility in December
Shelby, AL

Average visibility in December - Shelby, 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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