December weather forecast
Jackson, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Jackson, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 60.4°F (15.8°C) and min 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's enjoyable 66.9°F (19.4°C) to a mild 60.4°F (15.8°C). Jackson's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Jackson is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Jackson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.9 days and collects up to 35.63" (905mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Jackson. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.1 snowfall days, and 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Jackson, Alabama, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Jackson, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Jackson are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Jackson?

The high-temperature in Jackson during December is 60.4°F (15.8°C) and the low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 104°F (40°C).

What is the most humid month in Jackson?

The most humid month in Jackson, Alabama, is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Jackson?

In Jackson, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Jackson?

In Jackson, Alabama, in December, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Jackson?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Jackson?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Jackson have in December?

In Jackson, the average day length in December is 10h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Jackson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Jackson, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Jackson?

The average sunshine duration in December in Jackson, Alabama, is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Jackson?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Jackson?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Jackson, AL

Average temperature in December - Jackson, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Jackson, AL

Average pressure in December - Jackson, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Jackson, AL

Average wind speed in December - Jackson, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Jackson, AL

Average humidity in December - Jackson, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Jackson, AL

Average rainfall in December - Jackson, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in December
Jackson, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Jackson, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Jackson, AL

Average snowfall in December - Jackson, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Jackson, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Jackson, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Jackson, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Jackson, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Jackson, AL

Average UV index in December - Jackson, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Jackson, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Jackson, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Jackson, AL

Average visibility in December - Jackson, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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