December weather forecast
Vestavia Hills, AL

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Weather in December

To conclude the year, December in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, is greeted with winter’s chill. Comparatively colder than November, temperatures during the day hover around a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C). Despite the cold, there's minimal snowfall, and any snow day is a rarity in this part of Alabama. Patrons of cold weather favor this season as it offers an authentic winter experience. Therefore, December is characterized by cool temperatures, clear skies, and a holiday spirit, giving residents a memorable wrap-up to the year.

Temperature

Start of December brings a slight shift in the average high-temperature, dipping a bit from November's comfortable 62.4°F (16.9°C) to a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C). Vestavia Hills experiences an average low-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.7 rainfall days, and 18.94" (481mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.7 snowfall days, and 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Vestavia Hills is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Vestavia Hills, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Vestavia Hills in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Vestavia Hills, is 54.9°F (12.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Vestavia Hills, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Vestavia Hills, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) 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 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Vestavia Hills have in December?

In Vestavia Hills, the average day length in December is 9h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Vestavia Hills have in December?

In Vestavia Hills, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Vestavia Hills, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in December
Vestavia Hills, AL

Average pressure in December - Vestavia Hills, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Vestavia Hills, AL

Average wind speed in December - Vestavia Hills, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Vestavia Hills, AL

Average humidity in December - Vestavia Hills, 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
Vestavia Hills, AL

Average rainfall in December - Vestavia Hills, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Vestavia Hills, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Vestavia Hills, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Vestavia Hills, AL

Average snowfall in December - Vestavia Hills, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

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
Vestavia Hills, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Vestavia Hills, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Vestavia Hills, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vestavia Hills, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Vestavia Hills, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Vestavia Hills, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Vestavia Hills, AL

Average UV index in December - Vestavia Hills, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Vestavia Hills, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Vestavia Hills, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Vestavia Hills, AL

Average visibility in December - Vestavia Hills, 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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