December weather forecastAtmore, AL
December
Weather in December
Finally, December in Atmore, Alabama, witnesses the full advent of winter, and the town residents wrap up in their warm clothing. The season's chill sets with temperatures declining to an average low of 44.1°F (6.7°C). Return of the snow is notable, albeit minimal, dotting the cityscape with occasional snowfalls. The bouts of sunshine become limited to an average of approximately four per day, a sharp fall from the preceding months. December, thus, marks the pinnacle of winter, characterized by its undeniable chill and significantly shorter days.Temperature
December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a comfortable 67.5°F (19.7°C) in November to a still refreshing 61.3°F (16.3°C). During December, Atmore records an average temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) at night.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 82%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
In Atmore, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation. In Atmore, Alabama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.1 days and collects up to 38.39" (975mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Atmore, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.2 days and aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.
Sunshine
With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during December morphs into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Atmore, AL
- Average high temperature in December: 61.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 44.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Atmore, AL
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Atmore, AL
- Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Atmore, AL
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Atmore, AL
- Average rainfall in December: 3.7"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.92").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").
Average rainfall days in December
Atmore, AL
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Atmore, AL
- Average snowfall in December: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Atmore, AL
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Atmore, AL
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 12min
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: 4h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Atmore, AL
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Atmore, AL
- Average UV index in December: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Atmore, AL
- Average cloud cover in December: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Atmore, AL
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, November and December (5mi).
