December weather - Winter 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average snowfall in December
Average snowfall days in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

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Weather in December

December culminates the year with inviting winter charm, cooler temperatures, and increased precipitation. Daylight hours are comparatively lower, decreasing the time for outdoor activities. The month does not show any snowfall, keeping the city easily navigable. Slightly higher cloud cover adds to the typical winter ambiance. The last month of the year reports a lower range of temperatures fluctuating between a high of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and a low of 45.9°F (7.7°C), creating a cool and sometimes chilly setup.

Temperature

December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a comfortable 67.8°F (19.9°C) in November to a still refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). In Bay Minette, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bay Minette, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.8 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Bay Minette, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Bay Minette, Alabama. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Bay Minette in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bay Minette, records 61.7°F (16.5°C), while the low-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 104°F (40°C).

What is the most humid month in Bay Minette?

The most humid month in Bay Minette is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Bay Minette?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bay Minette?

In December, in Bay Minette, Alabama, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Bay Minette?

February through December are months without snowfall in Bay Minette, Alabama.

Does it snow in Bay Minette in December?

In Bay Minette, Alabama, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bay Minette?

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Bay Minette?

In December, the average day length in Bay Minette is 10h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bay Minette?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bay Minette?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Bay Minette, Alabama, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bay Minette?

In Bay Minette, Alabama, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bay Minette?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Bay Minette?

In Bay Minette, Alabama, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

67.8°F 19.9°C

61.7°F 16.5°C

58.3°F 14.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.3mph 10.1km/h

6.6mph 10.6km/h

6.7mph 10.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

20.7

17.5

19.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average high temperature in December: 61.7°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.3°F).

Average low temperature in December: 45.9°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

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

Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average UV index in December: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Bay Minette, AL

Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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December weather forecast
Bay Minette, AL

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