December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December in Alabama marks the deep embrace of winter. Across the state, the chill of the season is pervasive, giving both residents and visitors a taste of southern winter, which, while milder than some northern counterparts, carries its own distinct character.

Central Alabama feels the full brunt of December's cold. Daytime temperatures dip further, often necessitating layers and winter wear. The sun, though still present, offers limited warmth against the backdrop of shorter days and longer nights. Nighttime temperatures in this region often plunge, with frost becoming a regular feature. The possibility of snow, though less frequent than in northern states, becomes more viable, especially in elevated areas. Coastal areas, while retaining some warmth from the Gulf, can't entirely fend off December's chill. Evenings and mornings by the coast, in particular, become quite brisk, with the dampness from the sea amplifying the cold sensation.

December begins the mild to cold winter season in Alabama, with the average low temperatures in the 30°F (-1.1°C) to 48°F (8.9°C) range. Freezing nights occur in the northern part, with temperatures between 30°F (-1.1°C) to 34°F (1.1°C) in Bridgeport and Huntsville. The days are mild and usually in the 51°F (10.6°C) to 63°F (17.2°C) range with 6 hours of sunlight.

Rainfall in December is steady but not overly abundant. Snowfall, while not a guarantee, is more probable in the northern mountainous regions, such as Valley Head. When it does snow, the accumulation is typically minimal, though it imparts a festive touch to the landscape, especially around the holiday season.

In juxtaposition to November's introductory cold, December stands as the gatekeeper to the depths of winter. It offers a mix of clear, cold days and potentially snowy interludes, all underpinned by the unmistakable chill of the season. As the month progresses, the anticipation of the New Year also brings with it a curiosity about the weather patterns January will unfold, given its reputation as one of the coldest months in Alabama.

  • Birmingham - December »
    In Birmingham in December, snow falls for 0.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Birmingham in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
  • Montgomery - December »
    All in all, with the advent of colder temperatures and increased rainfall, December concludes the year by ushering in the winter wonderland that Montgomery transforms into during this month. The wettest months in Montgomery are August and December, with an average 2.36" (60mm) of rainfall.
  • Mobile - December »
    The month with the shortest days in Mobile is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight. December is the most humid month in Mobile, with an average relative humidity of 79%.
  • Huntsville - December »
    In Huntsville in December, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Huntsville in December, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow.
  • Tuscaloosa - December »
    The month with the most snowfall in Tuscaloosa is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Tuscaloosa, during December, snow falls for 0.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.
  • Hoover - December »
    December in Hoover, Alabama brings along the cold winters, the month has an average minimum temperature dropping further to 40.5°F (4.7°C). The month with the shortest days in Hoover is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
  • Dothan - December »
    The months with the highest humidity in Dothan are August and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%. With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dothan, Alabama.
  • Decatur - December »
    The month with the most rainfall in Decatur is December, when the rain falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation. In Decatur during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.
  • Auburn - December »
    In Auburn during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation. In Auburn, during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.
  • Madison - December »
    In Madison in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. The month with the shortest days in Madison is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
  • Florence - December »
    With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Florence, Alabama. In Florence, in December, during 1.1 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
  • Gadsden - December »
    The month with the most rainfall in Gadsden is December, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Gadsden is December, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.
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