December weather forecast
Somerville, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Somerville, is still a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.3°F (3.5°C) and max 51.8°F (11°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Somerville's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a mild 59.7°F (15.4°C) in November to a fresh 51.8°F (11°C). Somerville's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The wettest months are April and December, with an average 4.29" (109mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Somerville, in December, snow falls for 1.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Somerville, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.1 days and aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Somerville, is 51.8°F (11°C), while the low-temperature averages to 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is appraised at 89.6°F (32°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 Somerville, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

The wettest months are April and December, with an average 4.29" (109mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout December, 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Somerville, in December, snow falls for 1.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Somerville have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Somerville?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Somerville is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Somerville are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Somerville, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Somerville, AL

Average pressure in December - Somerville, 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
Somerville, AL

Average wind speed in December - Somerville, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Somerville, AL

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

Average rainfall in December
Somerville, AL

Average rainfall in December - Somerville, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.29"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Somerville, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Somerville, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Somerville, AL

Average snowfall in December - Somerville, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Somerville, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Somerville, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.8 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
Somerville, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Somerville, 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 4min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Somerville, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Somerville, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Somerville, AL

Average UV index in December - Somerville, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Somerville, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Somerville, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Somerville, AL

Average visibility in December - Somerville, 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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