December weather forecast
Pelham Heights, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pelham Heights, is also a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and an average low of 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minor alteration in Pelham Heights's climate, with the average high-temperature moving from November's comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C) to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). During December, Pelham Heights consistently records a temperature low averaging a cold 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pelham Heights, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pelham Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.2 days and collects up to 20.12" (511mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pelham Heights are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Pelham Heights, there are 3.8 snowfall days, and 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pelham Heights, Alabama.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Pelham Heights, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Pelham Heights in December?

During December, Pelham Heights experiences an average high-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and a low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Pelham Heights?

December is the most humid month in Pelham Heights, Alabama, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Pelham Heights?

The average relative humidity in December in Pelham Heights, Alabama, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pelham Heights?

In Pelham Heights, Alabama, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Pelham Heights?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pelham Heights?

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

How many hours of daylight does Pelham Heights have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Pelham Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pelham Heights?

The average sunshine duration in December in Pelham Heights is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Pelham Heights?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Pelham Heights, Alabama.

How high is the UV index in December in Pelham Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Pelham Heights is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pelham Heights, AL

Average temperature in December - Pelham Heights, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°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 (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pelham Heights, AL

Average pressure in December - Pelham Heights, 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
Pelham Heights, AL

Average wind speed in December - Pelham Heights, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pelham Heights, AL

Average humidity in December - Pelham Heights, 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 (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pelham Heights, AL

Average rainfall in December - Pelham Heights, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (0.98").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pelham Heights, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Pelham Heights, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pelham Heights, AL

Average snowfall in December - Pelham Heights, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
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
Pelham Heights, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Pelham Heights, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Pelham Heights, AL

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pelham Heights, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Pelham Heights, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pelham Heights, AL

Average UV index in December - Pelham Heights, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Pelham Heights, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Pelham Heights, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Pelham Heights, AL

Average visibility in December - Pelham Heights, 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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