December weather forecast
Cottonton, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cottonton, is also a moderate month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 59°F (15°C) and an average low of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Cottonton's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from November's enjoyable 65.3°F (18.5°C) to a still refreshing 59°F (15°C). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 43.7°F (6.5°C) in December.

Humidity

The most humid month in Cottonton is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Cottonton, in December, during 12.3 rainfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cottonton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.9 days and collects up to 36.77" (934mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through December are months without snowfall in Cottonton.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Cottonton, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cottonton, Alabama, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in December leads to these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Cottonton?

The high-temperature, in December, in Cottonton, records 59°F (15°C), while the low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Cottonton?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in December in Cottonton?

In Cottonton, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Cottonton?

In Cottonton, Alabama, in December, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 4.02" (102mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cottonton?

April through December are months without snowfall in Cottonton.

Does it snow in Cottonton in December?

In Cottonton, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cottonton?

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cottonton, Alabama.

What is the average length of the day in December in Cottonton?

In Cottonton, the average day length in December is 10h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cottonton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Cottonton?

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Cottonton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cottonton?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Cottonton?

In Cottonton, Alabama, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cottonton, AL

Average temperature in December - Cottonton, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 59°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39°F).

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Average pressure in December
Cottonton, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Cottonton, AL

Average wind speed in December - Cottonton, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Cottonton, AL

Average humidity in December - Cottonton, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cottonton, AL

Average rainfall in December - Cottonton, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Cottonton, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Cottonton, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Cottonton, AL

Average snowfall in December - Cottonton, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Cottonton, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Cottonton, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 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
Cottonton, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cottonton, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cottonton, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Cottonton, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cottonton, AL

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Cottonton, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Cottonton, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Cottonton, AL

Average visibility in December - Cottonton, 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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