December weather forecast
Dothan, AL

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Weather in December

December in Dothan, Alabama, concludes the year with colder temperatures and higher humidity levels. The winter chill firmly takes hold as temperatures continue to drop, with the daily high averaging around 61.7°F (16.5°C). Despite the dip in temperature, the amount of rainfall sees a considerable upsurge, culminating at 2.99" (76mm). As the year ends, residents can anticipate a new cycle of weather patterns with the arrival of January.

Temperature

As Dothan enters December, the average high-temperature subtly lowers from the 67.3°F (19.6°C) of November to a still comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C). Dothan, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Humidity

August and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dothan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.7 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Dothan, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Dothan. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 3 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Dothan?

The high-temperature, in December, in Dothan, is 61.7°F (16.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 46.2°F (7.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month in Dothan?

The months with the highest humidity in Dothan, Alabama, are August and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Dothan?

In December, the average relative humidity in Dothan, Alabama, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Dothan in December?

In Dothan, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Dothan?

March through December are months without snowfall in Dothan.

Does it snow in Dothan in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Dothan?

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

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

In Dothan, Alabama, the average day length in December is 10h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Dothan?

On the first day of December in Dothan, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dothan?

The average sunshine duration in December in Dothan is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dothan?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Dothan?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dothan, AL

Average temperature in December - Dothan, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 46.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dothan, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Dothan, AL

Average wind speed in December - Dothan, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dothan, AL

Average humidity in December - Dothan, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dothan, AL

Average rainfall in December - Dothan, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dothan, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Dothan, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dothan, AL

Average snowfall in December - Dothan, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dothan, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Dothan, 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
Dothan, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dothan, 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: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dothan, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Dothan, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dothan, AL

Average UV index in December - Dothan, 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
Dothan, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Dothan, 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 27).

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Average visibility in December
Dothan, AL

Average visibility in December - Dothan, 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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