December weather forecastDothan, AL
December
Weather in December
December in Dothan, Alabama, concludes the year with colder temperatures and higher humidity levels. The winter chill firmly takes hold as temperatures continue to drop, with the daily high averaging around 61.7°F (16.5°C). Despite the dip in temperature, the amount of rainfall sees a considerable upsurge, culminating at 2.99" (76mm). As the year ends, residents can anticipate a new cycle of weather patterns with the arrival of January.Temperature
The transition to December in Dothan results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from an enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C) in November to a still refreshing 61.7°F (16.5°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are August and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In Dothan, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dothan, Alabama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.7 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Dothan, snow does not fall in March 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 December in Dothan, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Average temperature in December
Dothan, AL
- Average high temperature in December: 61.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 46.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Dothan, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Dothan, AL
- Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Dothan, AL
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and October (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Dothan, AL
- Average rainfall in December: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").
Average rainfall days in December
Dothan, AL
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dothan, AL
- Average snowfall in December: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Dothan, AL
- Average snowfall days in December: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dothan, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dothan, AL
- Average sunshine days in December: 18 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Dothan, 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
Dothan, AL
- Average cloud cover in December: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Dothan, 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).
