December weather forecast
Sunlight, AL

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The start of December comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from an enjoyable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in November to a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C). During December, Sunlight observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°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 14.5 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Sunlight, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Sunlight, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.4 days and aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) 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 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sunlight in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Sunlight, is 53.8°F (12.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September 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?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Sunlight, Alabama, during December, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sunlight, 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Sunlight, Alabama, the average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sunlight 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Sunlight, AL

Average temperature in December - Sunlight, 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
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Average pressure in December - Sunlight, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Sunlight, 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
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Average humidity in December - Sunlight, 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
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Average rainfall in December - Sunlight, 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
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Average rainfall days in December - Sunlight, 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
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Average snowfall in December - Sunlight, 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
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Average snowfall days in December - Sunlight, 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sunlight, 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
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Average sunshine days in December - Sunlight, 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
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Average UV index in December - Sunlight, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Sunlight, 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
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Average visibility in December - Sunlight, 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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