December weather forecast
Sipsey, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sipsey, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December correlates with a minor temperature reduction, down from November's enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) to a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C). In December, Sipsey records an average nighttime temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sipsey, during December, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Sipsey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.4 days and collects up to 14.17" (360mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February, November and December. In Sipsey, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.6 snowfall days, and 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Sipsey is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Sipsey is 4.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and a low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated 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?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sipsey, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sipsey, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sipsey?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sipsey, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sipsey have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sipsey, AL

Average temperature in December - Sipsey, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Sipsey, AL

Average pressure in December - Sipsey, 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
Sipsey, AL

Average wind speed in December - Sipsey, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

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
Sipsey, AL

Average humidity in December - Sipsey, 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
Sipsey, AL

Average rainfall in December - Sipsey, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (1.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Sipsey, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Sipsey, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sipsey, AL

Average snowfall in December - Sipsey, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sipsey, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.3 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
Sipsey, AL

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

Average sunshine days in December - Sipsey, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Sipsey, AL

Average UV index in December - Sipsey, 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
Sipsey, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Sipsey, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Sipsey, AL

Average visibility in December - Sipsey, 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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