December weather forecast
Tuscaloosa, AL

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Weather in December

As winter sets in, December sees a further decrease in temperature in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, signaling the end of the year. As the cold intensifies, there's a small recurrence of snowfall, approximately 0.39" (10mm), adding to the seasonal cheer. Despite shorter daylight hours, Tuscaloosa continues to shine under the winter sun. Cool daylight and cold nights mark the climatic transition from fall to winter, wrapping up the year. So, bundle up and step into the joyous season, enjoying the winter chills and change of scenery that Tuscaloosa offers.

Temperature

December signals a slight drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C) to a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C). Tuscaloosa records an average low-temperature of 41°F (5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Tuscaloosa, in December, during 13.8 rainfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tuscaloosa, Alabama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.6 days and collects up to 40.94" (1040mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Tuscaloosa are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December leads to these instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Tuscaloosa in December?

The high-temperature during December is 55.6°F (13.1°C) and the low-temperature is 41°F (5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Tuscaloosa, Alabama, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Tuscaloosa, in December, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 4.33" (110mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Tuscaloosa, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) 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 10h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Tuscaloosa?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Tuscaloosa have in December?

In Tuscaloosa, Alabama, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average temperature in December - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Tuscaloosa, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average humidity in December - Tuscaloosa, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average rainfall in December - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.33"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average snowfall in December - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tuscaloosa, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 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
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tuscaloosa, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Tuscaloosa, AL

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average visibility in December - Tuscaloosa, 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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