December weather forecast
Gulf Shores, AL

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The road to Gulf Shores Beach in Alabama, besides the calm turquoise blue waters
The road to Gulf Shores Beach in Alabama, besides the calm turquoise blue waters

Weather in December

In December, winter sets in Gulf Shores, Alabama, with the average temperatures reaching their yearly minimum. Compared to the balmy November, December weather brings the chill of winter. A peculiar characteristic of December in Gulf shores is the increased cloud coverage, highest in the year. Despite shorter days and less sunshine, December sees a decrease in rainfall. The city enveloped in the winter chill makes it a true winter wonderland by the sea.

Temperature

Gulf Shores in December witnesses an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C), indicating a slight variation from November's 67.8°F (19.9°C). During the month of December, Gulf Shores's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Gulf Shores, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gulf Shores, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.7 days and collects up to 15.75" (400mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days. Throughout the year, there are 0.3 snowfall days.

Ocean temperature

In Gulf Shores, in December, the average water temperature is 64.9°F (18.3°C).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 64.9°F (18.3°C) is not enjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C), breathing control becomes increasingly difficult.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Gulf Shores is December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during December leads to these advisories:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Gulf Shores in December?

In December, in Gulf Shores, the average high-temperature is 63.3°F (17.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Gulf Shores?

The most humid month in Gulf Shores is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Gulf Shores?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gulf Shores?

In Gulf Shores, Alabama, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Gulf Shores?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Gulf Shores?

In Gulf Shores, in December, the average water temperature is 64.9°F (18.3°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the month with the shortest days in Gulf Shores?

December has the shortest days of the year in Gulf Shores, Alabama, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Gulf Shores?

The average day length in December in Gulf Shores is 10h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gulf Shores?

On the first day of December in Gulf Shores, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gulf Shores?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Gulf Shores, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Gulf Shores have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gulf Shores?

The months with the lowest UV index in Gulf Shores, Alabama, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gulf Shores?

In Gulf Shores, Alabama, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average temperature in December - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 63.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (49.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average pressure in December - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average wind speed in December - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average humidity in December - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average rainfall in December - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall days in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average sea temperature in December - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average sea temperature in December: 64.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (60.4°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average UV index in December - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 4

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 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Gulf Shores, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average visibility in December - Gulf Shores, 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).

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