December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shorter, is still a mild month, with an average temperature varying between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 57.7°F (14.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C) in November to a still refreshing 57.7°F (14.3°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C) on average during December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Shorter. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Shorter, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.3 days and aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Shorter are February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

During December, Shorter experiences an average high-temperature of 57.7°F (14.3°C) and a low-temperature of 42.4°F (5.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 79%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Shorter, Alabama. Rain falls for 12.6 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Shorter, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 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 Shorter have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Shorter have in December?

In Shorter, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Shorter, 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
Shorter, AL

Average temperature in December - Shorter, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Shorter, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Shorter, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Shorter, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Shorter, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Shorter, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

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

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
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Average snowfall days in December - Shorter, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shorter, 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: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Shorter, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Shorter, AL

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Shorter, 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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