December weather forecastSaint Elmo, AL
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Saint Elmo, is also an enjoyable month, with an average temperature varying between 62.6°F (17°C) and 49.8°F (9.9°C).Temperature
December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from an agreeable 68.4°F (20.2°C) in November to an enjoyable 62.6°F (17°C). Saint Elmo throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 49.8°F (9.9°C).Humidity
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Saint Elmo, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Saint Elmo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.5 days and collects up to 40.98" (1041mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall in Saint Elmo.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Saint Elmo.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 3, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December leads to these instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Saint Elmo, AL
- Average high temperature in December: 62.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 49.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Saint Elmo, AL
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Saint Elmo, AL
- Average wind speed in December: 8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Saint Elmo, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Saint Elmo, AL
- Average rainfall in December: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (6.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").
Average rainfall days in December
Saint Elmo, AL
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Saint Elmo, AL
- Average snowfall in December: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Saint Elmo, AL
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saint Elmo, AL
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Saint Elmo, AL
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Saint Elmo, AL
- Average UV index in December: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Saint Elmo, AL
- Average cloud cover in December: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in December
Saint Elmo, 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).
