December weather forecastGoddard, AL

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Goddard, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between max 52.3°F (11.3°C) and min 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from a moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C) in November to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Goddard, in December, snow falls for 1.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.6 snowfall days, and 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Goddard, is 52.3°F (11.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

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

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

December is the month with the most rainfall in Goddard. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation.

In December, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout December, 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Goddard, in December, snow falls for 1.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

In Goddard, the average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

February and December, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

In Goddard, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Goddard, AL

  • Average high temperature in December: 52.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).

Average pressure in December
Goddard, AL

  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
Goddard, AL

  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Goddard, 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
Goddard, AL

  • Average rainfall in December: 4.45"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Goddard, AL

  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Goddard, AL

  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Goddard, AL

  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 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
Goddard, 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 42min

The month with the most sunshine is June (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
Goddard, AL

  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Goddard, AL

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Goddard, AL

  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Goddard, AL

  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May and July (5mi).