December weather forecast
Sunset Acres, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sunset Acres, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52°F (11.1°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

Sunset Acres's December weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's mild 59.5°F (15.3°C) to a cool 52°F (11.1°C). Sunset Acres experiences a mean low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout December, 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sunset Acres, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.8 days and collects up to 41.26" (1048mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in Sunset Acres, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sunset Acres, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.1 days and aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) 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 6:34 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Sunset Acres, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sunset Acres in December?

The high-temperature during December is 52°F (11.1°C) and the low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Sunset Acres, Alabama, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sunset Acres, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 4.21" (107mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sunset Acres?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Sunset Acres, Alabama, the average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sunset Acres have in December?

In Sunset Acres, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Sunset Acres, AL

Average temperature in December - Sunset Acres, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 52°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Sunset Acres, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Sunset Acres, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.8mph).
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 - Sunset Acres, 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
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Average rainfall in December - Sunset Acres, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.21"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Sunset Acres, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sunset Acres, AL

Average snowfall in December - Sunset Acres, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.83").
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 - Sunset Acres, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sunset Acres, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sunset Acres, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Sunset Acres, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Sunset Acres, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Sunset Acres, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Sunset Acres, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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