December weather forecastAthens, AL
December
Weather in December
December heralds the advent of winter in Athens, Alabama with a fresh wave of cooler temperatures, increased humidity, and shorter daylight hours. With the lowest temperature drop to 37.9°F (3.3°C), December truly marks the onset of the cold season. Snowfall makes a rare appearance with 0.04in being logged, adding a touch of sparkling frost to the landscape. Likewise, the decline in sunshine hours and UV index cements the arrival of winter, carrying the year full circle in Athens, Alabama.Temperature
A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C) in November to a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C). During December, Athens witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).Humidity
December is the most humid month in Athens, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In Athens, in December, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Athens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.4 days and collects up to 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January, February and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Athens. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Athens, Alabama, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.2 days and aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Athens, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Athens, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Athens, AL
- Average high temperature in December: 51.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 37.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Athens, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Athens, AL
- Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Athens, AL
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Athens, AL
- Average rainfall in December: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").
Average rainfall days in December
Athens, AL
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Athens, AL
- Average snowfall in December: 0.04"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Athens, AL
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Athens, AL
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 42min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Athens, AL
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Athens, AL
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Athens, AL
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Athens, 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).
