December weather forecast
Alabama, South Africa

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the summer in Alabama, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°C (85.1°F) and 18°C (64.4°F).

Temperature

The height of temperatures is seen during January and December, averaging a high-temperature of 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Heat index

For most parts of December, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 30°C (86°F). Persisting in activity during exposure could lead to weariness and subsequently to heat cramps.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.

Humidity

In Alabama, the average relative humidity in December is 48%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Alabama. Rain falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 73mm (2.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 13h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 19:10 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Alabama is 11.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Alabama are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in December transforms into this advice:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Alabama?

Alabama's average highest temperatures are recorded in January and December, reaching a high of 29.5°C (85.1°F).

How hot is it in Alabama in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Alabama, is 29.5°C (85.1°F), while the average low-temperature is 18°C (64.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Alabama?

In Alabama, the average relative humidity in December is 48%.

What is the wettest month in Alabama?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Alabama. Rain falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 73mm (2.87") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Alabama?

In December, in Alabama, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout December, 73mm (2.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

When are the longest days in Alabama?

December has the longest days of the year in Alabama, with an average of 13h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Alabama have in December?

In December, the average day length in Alabama, South Africa, is 13h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Alabama?

On the first day of December in Alabama, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 19:10 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alabama have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 11.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Alabama?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Alabama, South Africa.

What is the UV index reading in December in Alabama?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Alabama, South Africa, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Alabama, South Africa

Average temperature in December - Alabama, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (29.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (18.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (18°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Alabama, South Africa

Average pressure in December - Alabama, South Africa
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Alabama, South Africa

Average wind speed in December - Alabama, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Alabama, South Africa

Average humidity in December - Alabama, South Africa
  • Average humidity in December: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (58%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (29%).

Average rainfall in December
Alabama, South Africa

Average rainfall in December - Alabama, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in December: 73mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (73mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Alabama, South Africa

Average rainfall days in December - Alabama, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alabama, South Africa

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alabama, South Africa
  • Average daylight in December: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 11h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are October and November (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alabama, South Africa

Average sunshine days in December - Alabama, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Alabama, South Africa

Average UV index in December - Alabama, South Africa
  • Average UV index in December: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Alabama, South Africa

Average cloud cover in December - Alabama, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in December: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 21).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in December
Alabama, South Africa

Average visibility in December - Alabama, South Africa
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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