December weather forecast
Socapatoy, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Socapatoy, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average low of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average high of 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

Socapatoy's progression into December involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from 62.2°F (16.8°C) in November to a still refreshing 55.4°F (13°C). During the nights in December, Socapatoy experiences a consistent average temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout December, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 173.8 rainfall days, and 39.96" (1015mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 55.4°F (13°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Socapatoy?

In December, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout December, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.5 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Socapatoy have in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Socapatoy, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Socapatoy have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Socapatoy, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Socapatoy, AL

Average temperature in December - Socapatoy, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Socapatoy, AL

Average pressure in December - Socapatoy, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
Socapatoy, AL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Socapatoy, AL

Average humidity in December - Socapatoy, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Socapatoy, AL

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Socapatoy, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Socapatoy, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Socapatoy, AL

Average snowfall in December - Socapatoy, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Socapatoy, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Socapatoy, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Socapatoy, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Socapatoy, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Socapatoy, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Socapatoy, AL

Average UV index in December - Socapatoy, 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
Socapatoy, AL

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Socapatoy, AL

Average visibility in December - Socapatoy, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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