December weather forecast
Dayton, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Dayton, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 57.9°F (14.4°C).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Dayton experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a comfortable 65.3°F (18.5°C) in November to a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C). December's nights in Dayton, Alabama, observe an average temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Dayton is December, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dayton, Alabama, are January, February and December. The months with the most snowfall in Dayton are January and December, with an average 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dayton.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Dayton, Alabama.

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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during December morphs into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Dayton?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Dayton, is 57.9°F (14.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the most humid month in Dayton?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Dayton?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Dayton?

The month with the most rainfall in Dayton is December, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Dayton?

In Dayton, Alabama, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Dayton?

The months with the most snowfall in Dayton, Alabama, are January and December, with an average 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated snow.

When does it start snowing in Dayton?

December is the first month it typically snows in Dayton. Throughout December, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dayton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Dayton, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dayton have in December?

In Dayton, Alabama, the average day length in December is 10h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dayton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dayton, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Dayton?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Dayton, Alabama, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dayton?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Dayton?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Dayton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Dayton is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dayton, AL

Average temperature in December - Dayton, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 42.6°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 (38.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dayton, AL

Average pressure in December - Dayton, 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
Dayton, AL

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dayton, AL

Average humidity in December - Dayton, 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 (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dayton, AL

Average rainfall in December - Dayton, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dayton, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Dayton, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dayton, AL

Average snowfall in December - Dayton, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dayton, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Dayton, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Dayton, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dayton, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dayton, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Dayton, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dayton, AL

Average UV index in December - Dayton, 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
Dayton, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Dayton, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Dayton, AL

Average visibility in December - Dayton, 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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