December weather forecast
Sweet Water, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Sweet Water, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average low of 43°F (6.1°C) and an average high of 58.8°F (14.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Sweet Water experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature gently receding from an enjoyable 66.2°F (19°C) in November to a mild 58.8°F (14.9°C). In Sweet Water, the expected average low-temperature for December is a chilly 43°F (6.1°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Sweet Water, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. In Sweet Water, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 58.8°F (14.9°C) and 43°F (6.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is evaluated at 104°F (40°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sweet Water, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sweet Water, in December, snow falls for 0.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Sweet Water?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sweet Water have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Sweet Water, Alabama, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sweet Water, AL

Average temperature in December - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 58.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Sweet Water, AL

Average pressure in December - Sweet Water, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sweet Water, AL

Average wind speed in December - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Sweet Water, AL

Average humidity in December - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Sweet Water, AL

Average rainfall in December - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Sweet Water, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sweet Water, AL

Average snowfall in December - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sweet Water, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Sweet Water, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sweet Water, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Sweet Water, AL

Average UV index in December - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Sweet Water, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Sweet Water, AL

Average visibility in December - Sweet Water, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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