December weather forecast
Carlton, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Carlton, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.4°F (15.8°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 66.9°F (19.4°C) in November to a mild 60.4°F (15.8°C). The nighttime temperature, during December, averages of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In December, in Carlton, Alabama, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Carlton, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 35.63" (905mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Carlton. December is the first month it typically snows in Carlton. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Carlton, there are 1.1 snowfall days, and 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Carlton, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, in Carlton, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Carlton in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 60.4°F (15.8°C) and a low-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 104°F (40°C).

What is the most humid month in Carlton?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month in Carlton, Alabama.

What is the average humidity in December in Carlton?

In Carlton, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Carlton in December?

In Carlton, in December, during 12.9 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Carlton?

December is the first month it typically snows in Carlton. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Carlton?

The month with the shortest days in Carlton, Alabama, is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Carlton have in December?

In December, the average day length in Carlton is 10h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Carlton?

On the first day of December in Carlton, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carlton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Carlton, Alabama, is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Carlton?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Carlton, Alabama.

What is the UV index reading in December in Carlton?

In Carlton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Carlton, AL

Average temperature in December - Carlton, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Carlton, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Carlton, AL

Average wind speed in December - Carlton, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Carlton, AL

Average humidity in December - Carlton, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Carlton, AL

Average rainfall in December - Carlton, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in December
Carlton, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Carlton, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Carlton, AL

Average snowfall in December - Carlton, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Carlton, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Carlton, 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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Carlton, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carlton, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Carlton, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Carlton, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Carlton, AL

Average UV index in December - Carlton, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Carlton, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Carlton, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Carlton, AL

Average visibility in December - Carlton, 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).

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