December weather forecast
Sylacauga, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sylacauga, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.2°F (12.9°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C) in November to a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C). December brings Sylacauga a consistent average low-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sylacauga, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sylacauga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.6 days and collects up to 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January, February, November and December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sylacauga in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Sylacauga, records 55.2°F (12.9°C), while the low-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sylacauga, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sylacauga, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sylacauga have in December?

In Sylacauga, the average day length in December is 10h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sylacauga?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sylacauga, AL

Average temperature in December - Sylacauga, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.2°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 (51.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.8°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Sylacauga, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Sylacauga, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Sylacauga, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Sylacauga, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Sylacauga, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Sylacauga, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Sylacauga, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sylacauga, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Sylacauga, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Sylacauga, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Sylacauga, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Sylacauga, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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