December weather forecastRainbow City, AL
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Rainbow City, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 53.6°F (12°C).Temperature
December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C) in November to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). In December, the average low-temperature records at an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) during the nights.Humidity
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Rainbow City, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Rainbow City, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.2 days and aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Rainbow City, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Rainbow City, AL
- Average high temperature in December: 53.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 38.8°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).
Average pressure in December
Rainbow City, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Rainbow City, AL
- Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Rainbow City, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Rainbow City, AL
- Average rainfall in December: 4.17"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.4").
Average rainfall days in December
Rainbow City, AL
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Rainbow City, AL
- Average snowfall in December: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Rainbow City, AL
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rainbow City, AL
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min
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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rainbow City, AL
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Rainbow City, AL
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Rainbow City, AL
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Rainbow City, 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).
