Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December heralds a minor drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C) to a cool 53.6°F (12°C). During December in The Highlands, the average low-temperature is recorded at an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C).Humidity
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall in The Highlands. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In The Highlands, Alabama, in December, snow falls for 0.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.2 snowfall days, and 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.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 6:31 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.
Sunshine
In The Highlands, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for The Highlands in December?
What is the most humid month?
What is the average humidity in December?
What is the rainiest month?
How many days does it rain in December?
How many days does it snow in December?
What is the month with the shortest days?
How many hours of daylight does The Highlands have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
How long on average sun shines in December?
When is the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index intensity in December?
Average temperature in December
The Highlands, AL
- Average high temperature in December: 53.6°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 (49.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 38.8°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 (34.3°F).
Average pressure in December
The Highlands, 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
The Highlands, AL
- Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
The Highlands, 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
The Highlands, AL
- Average rainfall in December: 4.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.4").
Average rainfall days in December
The Highlands, AL
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
The Highlands, AL
- Average snowfall in December: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
The Highlands, AL
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
The Highlands, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
The Highlands, AL
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).
Average UV index in December
The Highlands, 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
The Highlands, AL
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
The Highlands, AL
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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