December weather forecast
Wetumpka, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Wetumpka, Alabama, with temperature in the range of an average low of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average high of 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from an enjoyable 64.6°F (18.1°C) in November to a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C). In Wetumpka, an average low-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.6 snowfall days, and 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:29 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 42.8°F (6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Wetumpka, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

What is the rainiest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.8 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Wetumpka?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 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?

The average day length in December in Wetumpka, Alabama, is 10h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Wetumpka have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Wetumpka is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Wetumpka, AL

Average temperature in December - Wetumpka, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.9°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 (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Wetumpka, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wetumpka, AL

Average wind speed in December - Wetumpka, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Wetumpka, AL

Average humidity in December - Wetumpka, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Wetumpka, AL

Average rainfall in December - Wetumpka, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Wetumpka, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Wetumpka, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wetumpka, AL

Average snowfall in December - Wetumpka, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wetumpka, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Wetumpka, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Wetumpka, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wetumpka, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

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: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wetumpka, AL

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Wetumpka, AL

Average UV index in December - Wetumpka, 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 and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Wetumpka, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Wetumpka, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Wetumpka, AL

Average visibility in December - Wetumpka, 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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