December weather forecast
Shirleys Crossroads, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a refreshing month in Shirleys Crossroads, Alabama, with an average temperature ranging between min 43.9°F (6.6°C) and max 59.9°F (15.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's enjoyable 66.4°F (19.1°C) to a mild 59.9°F (15.5°C). In December, Shirleys Crossroads records an average nighttime temperature of 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Shirleys Crossroads, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 3.82" (97mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shirleys Crossroads, Alabama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.6 days and collects up to 35.87" (911mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shirleys Crossroads are January, February and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1 snowfall days, and 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Shirleys Crossroads.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Shirleys Crossroads. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Shirleys Crossroads?

In Shirleys Crossroads, in December, the average high-temperature is 59.9°F (15.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the most humid month in Shirleys Crossroads?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month in Shirleys Crossroads, Alabama.

What is the average humidity in December in Shirleys Crossroads?

The average relative humidity in December in Shirleys Crossroads, Alabama, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Shirleys Crossroads in December?

In Shirleys Crossroads, Alabama, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 3.82" (97mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Shirleys Crossroads?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shirleys Crossroads?

December has the shortest days of the year in Shirleys Crossroads, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Shirleys Crossroads have in December?

In Shirleys Crossroads, Alabama, the average day length in December is 10h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Shirleys Crossroads?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Shirleys Crossroads?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Shirleys Crossroads?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Shirleys Crossroads?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Shirleys Crossroads?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Shirleys Crossroads is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shirleys Crossroads, AL

Average temperature in December - Shirleys Crossroads, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 59.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (72.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shirleys Crossroads, AL

Average pressure in December - Shirleys Crossroads, AL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Shirleys Crossroads, AL

Average wind speed in December - Shirleys Crossroads, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shirleys Crossroads, AL

Average humidity in December - Shirleys Crossroads, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shirleys Crossroads, AL

Average rainfall in December - Shirleys Crossroads, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shirleys Crossroads, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Shirleys Crossroads, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shirleys Crossroads, AL

Average snowfall in December - Shirleys Crossroads, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shirleys Crossroads, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Shirleys Crossroads, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shirleys Crossroads, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shirleys Crossroads, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shirleys Crossroads, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Shirleys Crossroads, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shirleys Crossroads, AL

Average UV index in December - Shirleys Crossroads, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Shirleys Crossroads, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Shirleys Crossroads, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Shirleys Crossroads, AL

Average visibility in December - Shirleys Crossroads, 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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