December weather forecast
West Ridge, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in West Ridge, Alabama, with an average temperature varying between 54.1°F (12.3°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minute temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C) to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). West Ridge witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In West Ridge, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149 days and collects up to 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.6 days. Throughout December, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 3 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, 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 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in West Ridge are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in West Ridge?

In West Ridge, in December, the average high-temperature is 54.1°F (12.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in West Ridge?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In West Ridge, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.6 days. Throughout December, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 West Ridge have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Ridge, AL

Average temperature in December - West Ridge, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.1°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 (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.9°F).

Average pressure in December
West Ridge, AL

Average pressure in December - West Ridge, 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
West Ridge, AL

Average wind speed in December - West Ridge, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
West Ridge, AL

Average humidity in December - West Ridge, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
West Ridge, AL

Average rainfall in December - West Ridge, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
West Ridge, AL

Average rainfall days in December - West Ridge, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Ridge, AL

Average snowfall in December - West Ridge, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Ridge, AL

Average snowfall days in December - West Ridge, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 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
West Ridge, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Ridge, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Ridge, AL

Average sunshine days in December - West Ridge, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
West Ridge, AL

Average UV index in December - West Ridge, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
West Ridge, AL

Average cloud cover in December - West Ridge, 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 and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
West Ridge, AL

Average visibility in December - West Ridge, 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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