December weather forecast
Alton, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Alton, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from an enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C) in November to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). An average low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) is noted in Alton during the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149 rainfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Alton. In December, in Alton, it is snowing for 0.6 days. Throughout December, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 3 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Alton, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Alton, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Alton is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Alton in December?

Alton in December has an average high-temperature of 54.1°F (12.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Alton?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Alton?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Alton?

In Alton, Alabama, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Alton?

In Alton, Alabama, in December, snow falls for 0.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Alton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Alton, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Alton, Alabama, is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Alton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Alton, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Alton?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Alton have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Alton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Alton?

In Alton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alton, AL

Average temperature in December - Alton, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Alton, AL

Average pressure in December - Alton, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

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

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Average wind speed in December
Alton, AL

Average wind speed in December - Alton, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Alton, AL

Average humidity in December - Alton, 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 (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Alton, AL

Average rainfall in December - Alton, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Alton, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Alton, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Alton, AL

Average snowfall in December - Alton, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
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
Alton, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Alton, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
Alton, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alton, 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 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Alton, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Alton, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Alton, AL

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Alton, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Alton, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Alton, AL

Average visibility in December - Alton, 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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