December weather forecast
West Ridge, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in West Ridge, Alabama, with an average temperature ranging between max 54.1°F (12.3°C) and min 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

West Ridge's December weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's refreshing 61.2°F (16.2°C) to a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C). An average minimum temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) marks the month of December in West Ridge.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In West Ridge, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149 rainfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In West Ridge, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Ridge, there are 3 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in West Ridge, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for West Ridge in December?

The high-temperature during December is 54.1°F (12.3°C) and the low-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in West Ridge?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in West Ridge?

In West Ridge, Alabama, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in West Ridge in December?

In West Ridge, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in West Ridge in December?

In West Ridge, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Ridge?

December has the shortest days of the year in West Ridge, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does West Ridge have in December?

In West Ridge, the average day length in December is 9h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in West Ridge?

On the first day of December in West Ridge, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in West Ridge?

February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in West Ridge?

In West Ridge, Alabama, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in West Ridge?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in West Ridge?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in West Ridge is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Ridge, AL

Average temperature in December - West Ridge, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.1°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 (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Ridge, AL

Average pressure in December - West Ridge, 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
West Ridge, AL

Average wind speed in December - West Ridge, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Ridge, AL

Average humidity in December - West Ridge, 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 (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Ridge, AL

Average rainfall in December - West Ridge, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Ridge, AL

Average rainfall days in December - West Ridge, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Ridge, AL

Average snowfall in December - West Ridge, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
West Ridge, AL

Average snowfall days in December - West Ridge, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 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
West Ridge, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Ridge, AL
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
West Ridge, AL

Average sunshine days in December - West Ridge, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Ridge, AL

Average UV index in December - West Ridge, 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
West Ridge, AL

Average cloud cover in December - West Ridge, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

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

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Average visibility in December
West Ridge, AL

Average visibility in December - West Ridge, 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).

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