December weather forecast
Birmingham, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Birmingham, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and max 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) to a wintry 37.4°F (3°C). December nights register a minor temperature decline, steadying at a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Birmingham, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Birmingham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.4 days and collects up to 12.28" (312mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Birmingham, in December, during 8.8 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Birmingham, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.5 days and aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Birmingham, 37.4°F (3°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Birmingham, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Birmingham?

In Birmingham, in December, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Birmingham, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Birmingham, OH

Average temperature in December - Birmingham, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Birmingham, OH

Average pressure in December - Birmingham, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Birmingham, OH

Average wind speed in December - Birmingham, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Birmingham, OH

Average humidity in December - Birmingham, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Birmingham, OH

Average rainfall in December - Birmingham, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Birmingham, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Birmingham, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Birmingham, OH

Average snowfall in December - Birmingham, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Birmingham, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Birmingham, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Birmingham, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Birmingham, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Birmingham, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Birmingham, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Birmingham, OH

Average UV index in December - Birmingham, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Birmingham, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Birmingham, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Birmingham, OH

Average visibility in December - Birmingham, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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