December weather forecast
Tunnel Springs, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Tunnel Springs, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 60.1°F (15.6°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from an enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C) to a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C). During December, Tunnel Springs records an average temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) at night.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Tunnel Springs, during December, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Tunnel Springs, Alabama, there are 174.1 rainfall days, and 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Tunnel Springs are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Tunnel Springs. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Tunnel Springs, there are 1.5 snowfall days, and 0.47" (12mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Tunnel Springs, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Tunnel Springs is 5.1h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Tunnel Springs?

In December, in Tunnel Springs, the average high-temperature is 60.1°F (15.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the most humid month in Tunnel Springs?

The most humid month in Tunnel Springs, Alabama, is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Tunnel Springs?

The average relative humidity in December in Tunnel Springs, Alabama, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Tunnel Springs in December?

In Tunnel Springs, in December, during 12.9 rainfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Tunnel Springs?

December is the first month it typically snows in Tunnel Springs. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tunnel Springs?

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Tunnel Springs have in December?

In December, the average day length in Tunnel Springs, Alabama, is 10h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Tunnel Springs?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tunnel Springs, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tunnel Springs have in December?

In Tunnel Springs, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Tunnel Springs?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Tunnel Springs, Alabama.

How high is the UV index in December in Tunnel Springs?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Tunnel Springs is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average temperature in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 43.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average pressure in December - Tunnel Springs, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average wind speed in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average humidity in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average rainfall in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average snowfall in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
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
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.4 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
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tunnel Springs, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average UV index in December - Tunnel Springs, 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, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Tunnel Springs, AL

Average visibility in December - Tunnel Springs, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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