December weather forecast
Big Ridge, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Big Ridge, Alabama, with an average temperature varying between 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in November to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). The low-temperature in Big Ridge averages to a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Big Ridge, Alabama. Rain falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Big Ridge, Alabama, are January through March, November and December. In Big Ridge, in December, snow falls for 1.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Big Ridge, there are 5.4 snowfall days, and 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Big Ridge.
On the first day of December in Big Ridge, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Big Ridge?

In Big Ridge, 53.8°F (12.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 39.4°F (4.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Big Ridge?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month in Big Ridge.

What is the average humidity in December in Big Ridge?

The average relative humidity in December in Big Ridge, Alabama, is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Big Ridge?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Big Ridge, Alabama. Rain falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Big Ridge in December?

In December, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Big Ridge?

In Big Ridge, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Big Ridge?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Big Ridge, Alabama.

What is the average length of the day in December in Big Ridge?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Big Ridge?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Big Ridge, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Big Ridge?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Big Ridge, Alabama, is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Big Ridge?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Big Ridge?

In Big Ridge, Alabama, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average temperature in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.4°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 (34.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average pressure in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average wind speed in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average humidity in December - Big Ridge, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average rainfall in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.45"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.48").

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Average rainfall days in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average snowfall in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
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
Big Ridge, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.6 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
Big Ridge, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average UV index in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Big Ridge, AL

Average visibility in December - Big Ridge, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (5mi).

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