December weather forecast
Harrisburg, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Harrisburg, is still a cool month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in November to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). December in Harrisburg generally records an average low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Harrisburg, Alabama, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Harrisburg, there are 184.1 rainfall days, and 41.97" (1066mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Harrisburg are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Harrisburg, there are 4.1 snowfall days, and 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Harrisburg.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Harrisburg?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C) and a low-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Harrisburg?

The most humid month in Harrisburg, Alabama, is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Harrisburg?

The average relative humidity in December in Harrisburg is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Harrisburg?

In Harrisburg, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Harrisburg?

December is the first month it typically snows in Harrisburg. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Harrisburg?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Harrisburg have in December?

In Harrisburg, the average day length in December is 9h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Harrisburg?

On the first day of December in Harrisburg, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Harrisburg?

In Harrisburg, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Harrisburg?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Harrisburg, Alabama.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Harrisburg?

In Harrisburg, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average temperature in December - Harrisburg, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°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 (35.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average pressure in December - Harrisburg, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average wind speed in December - Harrisburg, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average humidity in December - Harrisburg, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average rainfall in December - Harrisburg, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Harrisburg, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average snowfall in December - Harrisburg, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Harrisburg, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harrisburg, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Harrisburg, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average UV index in December - Harrisburg, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Harrisburg, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Harrisburg, AL

Average visibility in December - Harrisburg, 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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