December weather forecastDaphne, AL
December
Weather in December
Daphne's weather in December heralds the bracing cold of winter with temperatures moving within 49.3°F (9.6°C) to 62.2°F (16.8°C). Despite the colder conditions, the humidity shoots up to 79%. The 3.94" (100mm) of rain affecting about 13.5 days of the month indicate a quite wet closure to the year. The daylight hours bottom out at 10.2 hours per day, and the wind strength surges slightly to 8mph (12.9km/h), reinforcing the winter atmosphere.Temperature
As November shifts into December, a minor alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a pleasant 68°F (20°C) to a comfortable 62.2°F (16.8°C). During December, Daphne's temperature averages to a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) at night.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In Daphne, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.94" (100mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Daphne, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.2 days and collects up to 44.29" (1125mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Daphne, snow does not fall in February through December.Daylight
With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Daphne, AL
- Average high temperature in December: 62.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 49.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Daphne, 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
Daphne, AL
- Average wind speed in December: 8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Daphne, AL
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Daphne, AL
- Average rainfall in December: 3.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").
Average rainfall days in December
Daphne, AL
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Daphne, AL
- Average snowfall in December: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Daphne, 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 February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Daphne, 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: 5h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Daphne, AL
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Daphne, AL
- Average UV index in December: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Daphne, AL
- Average cloud cover in December: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in December
Daphne, 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).
