December weather forecast
Tarsus, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Tarsus, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.3°F (12.4°C) and 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in November to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). An average nighttime temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) is recorded during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Tarsus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.1 days and collects up to 37.05" (941mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.7 snowfall days, and 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Tarsus are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

Tarsus in December has an average high-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°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 Tarsus, Alabama, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Tarsus, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 3.46" (88mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tarsus have in December?

In Tarsus, Alabama, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tarsus, AL

Average temperature in December - Tarsus, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.2°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 (34.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Tarsus, AL

Average pressure in December - Tarsus, 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
Tarsus, AL

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Tarsus, AL

Average humidity in December - Tarsus, 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
Tarsus, AL

Average rainfall in December - Tarsus, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Tarsus, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Tarsus, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tarsus, AL

Average snowfall in December - Tarsus, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tarsus, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Tarsus, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 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
Tarsus, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tarsus, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tarsus, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Tarsus, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Tarsus, AL

Average UV index in December - Tarsus, 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
Tarsus, AL

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Tarsus, AL

Average visibility in December - Tarsus, 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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