December weather forecastHightower, AL
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Hightower, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 54°F (12.2°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).Temperature
Hightower's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a comfortable 61°F (16.1°C) in November to a fresh 54°F (12.2°C). Hightower in December experiences a low-temperature average of 39°F (3.9°C).Humidity
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In December, in Hightower, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hightower, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.8 days and collects up to 41.5" (1054mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Hightower, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 3.9 snowfall days, and 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Hightower, AL
- Average high temperature in December: 54°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 39°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Hightower, 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 (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Hightower, AL
- Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Hightower, AL
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Hightower, AL
- Average rainfall in December: 3.58"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.92").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.09").
Average rainfall days in December
Hightower, AL
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hightower, AL
- Average snowfall in December: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hightower, AL
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.3 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
Hightower, 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 48min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hightower, AL
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Hightower, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Hightower, AL
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Hightower, AL
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August, September and December (5mi).
