December weather forecastDuke, AL
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Duke, Alabama, with an average temperature varying between 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 53.8°F (12.1°C).Temperature
The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) in November to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). In Duke, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C).Humidity
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall are February and December, with an average 3.9" (99mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.7 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Duke, AL
- Average high temperature in December: 53.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 38.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Duke, AL
- Average pressure in December: 30.15"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
Duke, AL
- Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Duke, 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 (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Duke, AL
- Average rainfall in December: 3.9"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and December (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.32").
Average rainfall days in December
Duke, AL
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Duke, AL
- Average snowfall in December: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Duke, AL
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Duke, AL
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 48min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Duke, AL
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Duke, AL
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Duke, AL
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Duke, 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).
