December weather forecast
Northport, AL

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Weather in December

December marks the start of winter in Northport, with temperature ranging between 41°F (5°C) and 55.6°F (13.1°C). The cold weather is marked by a rise in cloud coverage and the highest relative humidity of 80%. Seasonal fall of pressure to 30.14" (766mm) signals the onset of this final month of the year. The short days and early nights combined with the cold make for typical winter weather. December in Northport brings not just the warmth of the holiday season but also the cold bite of winter, as it readies itself for the new year.

Temperature

Northport's December weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C) to a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 41°F (5°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Northport, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout December, 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Northport, Alabama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.6 days and collects up to 40.94" (1040mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February, November and December are months with snowfall in Northport, Alabama. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Northport, Alabama, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December leads to these advisories:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Northport?

The high-temperature, in December, in Northport, records 55.6°F (13.1°C), while the low-temperature is 41°F (5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Northport?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Northport?

In Northport, Alabama, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Northport?

In Northport, Alabama, in December, during 13.8 rainfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Northport?

The month with the most snowfall in Northport, Alabama, is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Northport?

In Northport, Alabama, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Northport?

December has the shortest days of the year in Northport, Alabama, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Northport have in December?

In Northport, Alabama, the average day length in December is 10h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Northport?

On the first day of December in Northport, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Northport?

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Northport have in December?

In Northport, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Northport?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Northport?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Northport is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Northport, AL

Average temperature in December - Northport, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Northport, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Northport, AL

Average wind speed in December - Northport, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Northport, AL

Average humidity in December - Northport, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Northport, AL

Average rainfall in December - Northport, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.33"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.4").

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Average rainfall days in December
Northport, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Northport, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Northport, AL

Average snowfall in December - Northport, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Northport, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Northport, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Northport, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Northport, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Northport, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Northport, AL

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Northport, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Northport, 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 September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Northport, AL

Average visibility in December - Northport, 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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