December weather forecast
Pelham, AL

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Weather in December

December marks the onset of winter in Pelham, Alabama, with temperatures dropping down to a low of 40.5°F (4.7°C). As the chill of winter intensifies from November, the temperature dips and the number of daylight hours decreases. Displaying a typical December scene, the frosty mornings, along with a bit of night snowfall, drape the city of Pelham in a winter glow. However, despite the cold, December continues its charm, carrying the celebratory spirit ushered in by the winter holidays.

Temperature

Pelham's weather subtly changes with the onset of December, barely falling from a refreshing 62.4°F (16.9°C) in November to a fresh 55°F (12.8°C). Pelham's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pelham, Alabama, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pelham, Alabama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.2 days and collects up to 40.08" (1018mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pelham, Alabama, are January through March, November and December. In Pelham, Alabama, in December, snow falls for 0.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Pelham, Alabama, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.3 days and aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) 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 Pelham, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Pelham are February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Pelham, Alabama. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Pelham?

December temperatures in Pelham vary between a high-temperature of 55°F (12.8°C) and a low-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Pelham?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Pelham?

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

How much does it rain in Pelham in December?

In Pelham, Alabama, during December, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Pelham?

In Pelham, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pelham?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Pelham have in December?

In Pelham, the average day length in December is 9h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Pelham?

On the first day of December in Pelham, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Pelham?

The months with the least sunshine in Pelham, Alabama, are February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Pelham have in December?

In Pelham, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Pelham?

In Pelham, Alabama, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pelham, AL

Average temperature in December - Pelham, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pelham, AL

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Pelham, AL

Average wind speed in December - Pelham, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pelham, AL

Average humidity in December - Pelham, 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 (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pelham, AL

Average rainfall in December - Pelham, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.36").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pelham, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Pelham, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pelham, AL

Average snowfall in December - Pelham, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Pelham, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.2 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
Pelham, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pelham, 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 months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pelham, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Pelham, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pelham, AL

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

The month with the highest UV index is August (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
Pelham, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Pelham, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Pelham, AL

Average visibility in December - Pelham, 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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