December weather forecast
Smiths Chapel, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Smiths Chapel, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 59.5°F (15.3°C) in November to a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C). Throughout December, Smiths Chapel experiences a low-temperature average of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Smiths Chapel, Alabama, are February and December, with an average 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Smiths Chapel, during December, snow falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Smiths Chapel, during the entire year, snow falls for 7 days and aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, in Smiths Chapel, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Smiths Chapel in December?

In Smiths Chapel, 52.2°F (11.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 38.3°F (3.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Smiths Chapel?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

What is the wettest month?

The months with the most rainfall are February and December, with an average 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Smiths Chapel, in December, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 4.65" (118mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Smiths Chapel have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Smiths Chapel, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Smiths Chapel, Alabama, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Smiths Chapel, AL

Average temperature in December - Smiths Chapel, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Smiths Chapel, AL

Average pressure in December - Smiths Chapel, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Smiths Chapel, AL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Smiths Chapel, AL

Average humidity in December - Smiths Chapel, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Smiths Chapel, AL

Average rainfall in December - Smiths Chapel, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.65"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and December (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in December
Smiths Chapel, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Smiths Chapel, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Smiths Chapel, AL

Average snowfall in December - Smiths Chapel, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Smiths Chapel, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Smiths Chapel, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Smiths Chapel, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Smiths Chapel, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Smiths Chapel, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Smiths Chapel, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Smiths Chapel, AL

Average UV index in December - Smiths Chapel, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Smiths Chapel, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Smiths Chapel, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Smiths Chapel, AL

Average visibility in December - Smiths Chapel, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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