December weather forecast
Piedmont, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Piedmont, is still a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and an average high of 54.1°F (12.3°C).

Temperature

December implies a soft temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's comfortable 61.2°F (16.2°C) to a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C). Piedmont reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Piedmont, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155 rainfall days, and 25.47" (647mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Piedmont. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Piedmont, there are 4.2 snowfall days, and 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Piedmont.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Piedmont in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Piedmont, is 54.1°F (12.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 38.5°F (3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Piedmont?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Piedmont?

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

How much does it rain in Piedmont in December?

In Piedmont, Alabama, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Piedmont?

December is the first month it typically snows in Piedmont. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Piedmont?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Piedmont.

How many hours of daylight does Piedmont have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Piedmont?

On the first day of December in Piedmont, Alabama, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Piedmont?

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

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

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Piedmont?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Piedmont, Alabama, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Piedmont, AL

Average temperature in December - Piedmont, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.1°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 (49.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Piedmont, AL

Average pressure in December - Piedmont, 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
Piedmont, AL

Average wind speed in December - Piedmont, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Piedmont, AL

Average humidity in December - Piedmont, 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
Piedmont, AL

Average rainfall in December - Piedmont, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in December
Piedmont, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Piedmont, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Piedmont, AL

Average snowfall in December - Piedmont, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
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
Piedmont, AL

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 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
Piedmont, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Piedmont, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Piedmont, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Piedmont, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Piedmont, AL

Average UV index in December - Piedmont, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Piedmont, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Piedmont, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Piedmont, AL

Average visibility in December - Piedmont, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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