December weather forecast
Tunnel Springs, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tunnel Springs, is still a mild month, with an average temperature varying between 60.1°F (15.6°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minor alteration in Tunnel Springs's climate, with the average high-temperature moving from November's enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C) to a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C). During the month of December, Tunnel Springs anticipates a mean low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.1 rainfall days, and 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Tunnel Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.5 days and aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min 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 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Tunnel Springs, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

During December, Tunnel Springs experiences an average high-temperature of 60.1°F (15.6°C) and a low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Tunnel Springs?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average temperature in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average pressure in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average wind speed in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average humidity in December - Tunnel Springs, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average rainfall in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average snowfall in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.4 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
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tunnel Springs, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average UV index in December - Tunnel Springs, 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, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average visibility in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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