December weather forecast
Steele, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Steele, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average high of 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C) in November to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). The average low-temperature, in December, is an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Steele, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 4.2 snowfall days, and 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:32 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Steele is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

During December, Steele experiences an average high-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) and a low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°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 December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Steele, during December, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Steele, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically 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 Steele have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Steele, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Steele have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Steele?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Steele, AL

Average temperature in December - Steele, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.8°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 (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Steele, AL

Average pressure in December - Steele, 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
Steele, AL

Average wind speed in December - Steele, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Steele, AL

Average humidity in December - Steele, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Steele, AL

Average rainfall in December - Steele, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Steele, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Steele, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Steele, AL

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Steele, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Steele, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Steele, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Steele, 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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Steele, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Steele, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Steele, AL

Average UV index in December - Steele, 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
Steele, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Steele, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

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
Steele, AL

Average visibility in December - Steele, 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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