December weather forecast
Tuscumbia, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Tuscumbia, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 51.3°F (10.7°C) and an average low of 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a refreshing 59.2°F (15.1°C) in November to a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C). In Tuscumbia, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to an icy 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Tuscumbia are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Tuscumbia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.1 days and collects up to 33.11" (841mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Tuscumbia, Alabama, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.4 snowfall days, and 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Tuscumbia, Alabama, are February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 51.3°F (10.7°C) and 37.8°F (3.2°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Tuscumbia, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Tuscumbia, Alabama, in December, during 1.1 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Tuscumbia, the average day length in December is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Tuscumbia have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Tuscumbia?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Tuscumbia is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Tuscumbia, AL

Average temperature in December - Tuscumbia, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.8°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 (33.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Tuscumbia, AL

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

Average wind speed in December
Tuscumbia, AL

Average wind speed in December - Tuscumbia, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Tuscumbia, AL

Average humidity in December - Tuscumbia, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Tuscumbia, AL

Average rainfall in December - Tuscumbia, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Tuscumbia, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Tuscumbia, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tuscumbia, AL

Average snowfall in December - Tuscumbia, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tuscumbia, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Tuscumbia, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Tuscumbia, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tuscumbia, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tuscumbia, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Tuscumbia, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Tuscumbia, AL

Average UV index in December - Tuscumbia, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Tuscumbia, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Tuscumbia, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Tuscumbia, AL

Average visibility in December - Tuscumbia, 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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