Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 39.7°F (4.3°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 79%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall in Columbus. Rain falls for 12.6 days and accumulates 4.09" (104mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, in Columbus, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Columbus, there are 4 snowfall days, and 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Columbus is 4.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 3 during December translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Frequently asked questions
What are December temperatures in Columbus?
What is the most humid month in Columbus?
What is the average humidity in December in Columbus?
What is the wettest month in Columbus?
How much does it rain in Columbus in December?
How much does it snow in Columbus in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Columbus?
What is the average length of the day in December in Columbus?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Columbus?
How many hours of sunshine does Columbus have in December?
When is the lowest UV index in Columbus?
How high is the UV index in December in Columbus?
Average temperature in December
Columbus, AL
- Average high temperature in December: 54.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 39.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Columbus, 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 (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Columbus, AL
- Average wind speed in December: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Columbus, 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 (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Columbus, AL
- Average rainfall in December: 4.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").
Average rainfall days in December
Columbus, AL
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Columbus, AL
- Average snowfall in December: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Columbus, AL
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Columbus, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Columbus, AL
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Columbus, AL
- Average UV index in December: 3
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, February, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Columbus, 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 29).
Average visibility in December
Columbus, 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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