December weather forecast
Dauphin Island, AL

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The scenic Dauphin Island in Alabama
The scenic Dauphin Island in Alabama

Weather in December

Dauphin Island enters the winter season in December, and the weather adapts accordingly. Average high temperature decreases to 62.6°F (17°C), introducing the year's coldest month. Cloud cover is most prominent in December, suppressing the overall daylight hours to the minimum of the year. Despite being a winter month, there is no snowfall in December, inherent to the island's mild winter. To sum up, December weather in Dauphin Island beautifully blends cooler temperatures with serene coastal scenes.

Temperature

During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a pleasant 68.2°F (20.1°C) in November to an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C). Dauphin Island anticipates an average minimum temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dauphin Island, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 3.82" (97mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dauphin Island, there are 183.1 rainfall days, and 45.94" (1167mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Dauphin Island, the average seawater temperature in December is 62.6°F (17°C).
Note: The enjoyment of swimming decreases for most when the surface water temperature is 62.6°F (17°C). Breathing control becomes increasingly challenging as temperatures descend below 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Dauphin Island, Alabama, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Dauphin Island.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dauphin Island are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 during December translates into the following directions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Dauphin Island?

During December, Dauphin Island experiences an average high-temperature of 62.6°F (17°C) and a low-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Dauphin Island?

The most humid month in Dauphin Island is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Dauphin Island?

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

How much does it rain in Dauphin Island in December?

In Dauphin Island, Alabama, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Dauphin Island?

February through December are months without snowfall in Dauphin Island.

Does it snow in Dauphin Island in December?

In Dauphin Island, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

How cold is the water in December in Dauphin Island?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Dauphin Island, Alabama, is 62.6°F (17°C). Swimming in 62.6°F (17°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the month with the shortest days in Dauphin Island?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Dauphin Island?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dauphin Island?

On the first day of December in Dauphin Island, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Dauphin Island?

The months with the least sunshine in Dauphin Island, Alabama, are February and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Dauphin Island have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Dauphin Island, Alabama, is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dauphin Island?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Dauphin Island?

In Dauphin Island, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. 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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Average temperature in December
Dauphin Island, AL

Average temperature in December - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 62.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dauphin Island, AL

Average pressure in December - Dauphin Island, 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
Dauphin Island, AL

Average wind speed in December - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dauphin Island, AL

Average humidity in December - Dauphin Island, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dauphin Island, AL

Average rainfall in December - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dauphin Island, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dauphin Island, AL

Average snowfall in December - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
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
Dauphin Island, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Dauphin Island, AL

Average sea temperature in December - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 62.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (58.7°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dauphin Island, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dauphin Island, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dauphin Island, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dauphin Island, AL

Average UV index in December - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
Dauphin Island, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Dauphin Island, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
Dauphin Island, AL

Average visibility in December - Dauphin Island, 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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