December weather forecast
Gardendale, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gardendale, is still a mild month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 56.1°F (13.4°C) and an average low of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C) in November to a still refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C). Gardendale throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

In Gardendale, the average relative humidity in December is 52%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gardendale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 79.5 days and collects up to 11.81" (300mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The months with the most snowfall are November and December, with an average 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Gardendale in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Gardendale, is 56.1°F (13.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 52%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gardendale, in December, during 4.2 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Gardendale?

The months with the most snowfall are November and December, with an average 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Gardendale?

In Gardendale, in December, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gardendale?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gardendale have in December?

In December, the average day length in Gardendale is 10h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:55 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gardendale?

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Gardendale.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gardendale, TX

Average temperature in December - Gardendale, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 56.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (94.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Gardendale, TX

Average pressure in December - Gardendale, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gardendale, TX

Average wind speed in December - Gardendale, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Gardendale, TX

Average humidity in December - Gardendale, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (37%).

Average rainfall in December
Gardendale, TX

Average rainfall in December - Gardendale, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Gardendale, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Gardendale, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gardendale, TX

Average snowfall in December - Gardendale, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The months with the highest snowfall are November and December (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gardendale, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Gardendale, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (2.3 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
Gardendale, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gardendale, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gardendale, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Gardendale, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (15.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Gardendale, TX

Average UV index in December - Gardendale, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Gardendale, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Gardendale, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in December
Gardendale, TX

Average visibility in December - Gardendale, TX
  • 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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