December weather forecast
South Lowell, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Lowell, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in November to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). South Lowell's average low-temperature in December is measured at a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in South Lowell. In South Lowell, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in South Lowell, there are 5.4 snowfall days, and 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

During December, South Lowell experiences an average high-temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C) and a low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In South Lowell, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In South Lowell, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) 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 South Lowell have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in South Lowell, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Lowell have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December 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 hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Lowell, AL

Average temperature in December - South Lowell, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

Average pressure in December
South Lowell, AL

Average pressure in December - South Lowell, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
South Lowell, AL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
South Lowell, AL

Average humidity in December - South Lowell, 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
South Lowell, AL

Average rainfall in December - South Lowell, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.45"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.48").

Average rainfall days in December
South Lowell, AL

Average rainfall days in December - South Lowell, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Lowell, AL

Average snowfall in December - South Lowell, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Lowell, AL

Average snowfall days in December - South Lowell, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.6 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
South Lowell, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Lowell, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Lowell, AL

Average sunshine days in December - South Lowell, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
South Lowell, AL

Average UV index in December - South Lowell, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
South Lowell, AL

Average cloud cover in December - South Lowell, 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 September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
South Lowell, AL

Average visibility in December - South Lowell, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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