December weather forecast
Opelika, AL

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Weather in December

The month of December brings winter to Opelika. The town witnesses the shortest daylight hours of the year. Cool temperatures continue to dominate with the onset of chillier wind speeds. However, the month remains rain-drenched, with the highest rainfall recorded at 4.06" (103mm). The average high temperature dwindles down to 57°F (13.9°C) with lows dipping to 41.9°F (5.5°C), marking the peak of winter for the year.

Temperature

Opelika records a mild change in average high-temperature during December, easing from an enjoyable 63.9°F (17.7°C) in November to a still refreshing 57°F (13.9°C). Opelika's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Humidity

The most humid month in Opelika is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

The wettest months in Opelika are August and December, with an average 4.06" (103mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Opelika. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Opelika, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.9 days and aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) 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 December in Opelika, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Opelika. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Opelika?

In December, in Opelika, the average high-temperature is 57°F (13.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Opelika?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Opelika?

In December, the average relative humidity in Opelika is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Opelika?

The wettest months in Opelika are August and December, with an average 4.06" (103mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in Opelika in December?

In Opelika, Alabama, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Opelika?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Opelika?

The month with the shortest days in Opelika, Alabama, is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Opelika?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Opelika?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Opelika, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Opelika have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Opelika, Alabama, is 5.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Opelika?

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

Average temperature in December - Opelika, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 57°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 41.9°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Opelika, AL

Average pressure in December - Opelika, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Opelika, AL

Average wind speed in December - Opelika, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Opelika, AL

Average humidity in December - Opelika, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Opelika, AL

Average rainfall in December - Opelika, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Opelika, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Opelika, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Opelika, AL

Average snowfall in December - Opelika, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
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
Opelika, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Opelika, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Opelika, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Opelika, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Opelika, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Opelika, AL

Average UV index in December - Opelika, 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 and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Opelika, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Opelika, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Opelika, AL

Average visibility in December - Opelika, 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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