December weather forecast
Bessemer, AL

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Weather in December

Bessemer in December experiences the true winter chill, as temperatures plunge to become the lowest in the year. The atmosphere rapidly chills down compared to November, with temperatures hovering between highs of 54.9°F (12.7°C) and lows of 40.3°F (4.6°C). December also records an increase in rainfall and a notable presence of snowfall, contributing to the festive Christmas spirit. With short daylight hours and frosty climatic conditions, the city gets wrapped in the white blanket of winter. Despite this, the end of the year remains a time of joy and celebrations, unhindered by the cool climate.

Temperature

Bessemer's December weather features a light decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in November to a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature usually rests at a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Bessemer. Rain falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Bessemer, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Bessemer, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.1 days and aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bessemer.
On the first day of December in Bessemer, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Bessemer 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 in Bessemer. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Bessemer?

During December, Bessemer experiences an average high-temperature of 54.9°F (12.7°C) and a low-temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Bessemer?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Bessemer?

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

What is the wettest month in Bessemer?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.2 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Bessemer?

In Bessemer, Alabama, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Bessemer?

In December, in Bessemer, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bessemer?

The month with the shortest days in Bessemer is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Bessemer?

In December, the average day length in Bessemer, Alabama, is 9h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bessemer?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Bessemer?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Bessemer have in December?

In Bessemer, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bessemer?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Bessemer, Alabama, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Bessemer?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bessemer, AL

Average temperature in December - Bessemer, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bessemer, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Bessemer, AL

Average wind speed in December - Bessemer, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bessemer, AL

Average humidity in December - Bessemer, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bessemer, AL

Average rainfall in December - Bessemer, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bessemer, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Bessemer, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bessemer, AL

Average snowfall in December - Bessemer, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bessemer, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Bessemer, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bessemer, AL

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

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bessemer, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Bessemer, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bessemer, AL

Average UV index in December - Bessemer, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Bessemer, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Bessemer, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, September and October (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Bessemer, AL

Average visibility in December - Bessemer, 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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