December weather forecastFlorence, AL
December
Weather in December
December observes the onset of winter in Florence with low temperatures reaching the mark of 37.8°F (3.2°C). With the shortening daylight hours and falling temperatures, the city veers towards the colder end of the weather spectrum. Despite the cold, the city radiates a distinctive charm, enhanced by the light snowfall in the late December days. As winter solstice approaches, Florence becomes a serene winter wonderland with sparkling lights and warm fires. Florence during December signifies the year's conclusion, etching a beautiful finale to the weather cycle.Temperature
The commencement of December indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's mild 59.2°F (15.1°C) to a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature usually rests at an icy 37.8°F (3.2°C).Humidity
March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Florence, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation. In Florence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.6 days and collects up to 41.26" (1048mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Florence, in December, snow falls for 1.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Florence, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.3 days and aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.
Sunshine
February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Florence, AL
- Average high temperature in December: 51.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 37.8°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 (33.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Florence, 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 (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Florence, AL
- Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Florence, AL
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Florence, AL
- Average rainfall in December: 3.7"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.56").
Average rainfall days in December
Florence, AL
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Florence, AL
- Average snowfall in December: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Florence, AL
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Florence, AL
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 42min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Florence, AL
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Florence, 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
Florence, AL
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Florence, 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).
