December weather forecastGulf Shores, AL
December
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 notes an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 63.3°F (17.4°C) in December, displaying minor variation from November. Throughout December, Gulf Shores records an average temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) at night.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 79%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
In Gulf Shores, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gulf Shores, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.7 days and collects up to 15.75" (400mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Gulf Shores. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days. Throughout the year, there are 0.3 snowfall days.Ocean temperature
In December, the average ocean temperature is 64.9°F (18.3°C).Note: Most people do not take pleasure in swimming in water at 64.9°F (18.3°C). The difficulty of managing breathing increases as the water temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.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.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in December interprets into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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).
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gulf Shores, AL
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 12min
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 36min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
