December weather forecastFort Payne, AL
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Fort Payne, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).Temperature
The commencement of December indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's moderate 58.6°F (14.8°C) to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). In Fort Payne, an average temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) is noted during December nights.Humidity
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout December, 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Payne, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.7 days and collects up to 47.01" (1194mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Fort Payne, in December, snow falls for 1.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Fort Payne, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.3 days and aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 54min 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 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Fort Payne, AL
- Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Fort Payne, 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
Fort Payne, AL
- Average wind speed in December: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Fort Payne, AL
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Fort Payne, AL
- Average rainfall in December: 4.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.84").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.95").
Average rainfall days in December
Fort Payne, AL
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).
Average snowfall in December
Fort Payne, AL
- Average snowfall in December: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Fort Payne, AL
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort Payne, 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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Fort Payne, AL
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Fort Payne, AL
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Fort Payne, AL
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Fort Payne, AL
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).
