December weather forecast
Fairhope, AL

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Weather in December

Fairhope wraps up the year with the arrival of winter in December. Relative humidity reaches its peak while temperatures drop to a cooler range from 50.4°F (10.2°C) to 61.9°F (16.6°C). Despite being winter, Fairhope experiences rainfall levels increasing to 3.74" (95mm) while snow remains absent. The decrease in temperature is also accompanied by shorter daylight hours, indicating the darkest days of the year. With December, Fairhope sees a return to the weather conditions similar to the beginning of the year, ending the annual climate cycle.

Temperature

December's onset in Fairhope brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a refreshing 67.6°F (19.8°C) in November to a still comfortable 61.9°F (16.6°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C) is experienced.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Fairhope are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Fairhope, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fairhope, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.3 days and collects up to 44.02" (1118mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fairhope.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in December transforms into this advice:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 61.9°F (16.6°C) and a low-temperature of 50.4°F (10.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fairhope?

In Fairhope, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Fairhope, snow does not fall in February through December.

Does it snow in December?

In Fairhope, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Fairhope have in December?

In Fairhope, the average day length in December is 10h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairhope have in December?

In Fairhope, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Fairhope, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 50.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Fairhope, AL

Average pressure in December - Fairhope, 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
Fairhope, AL

Average wind speed in December - Fairhope, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Fairhope, AL

Average humidity in December - Fairhope, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Fairhope, AL

Average rainfall in December - Fairhope, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (6.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Fairhope, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Fairhope, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fairhope, AL

Average snowfall in December - Fairhope, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
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
Fairhope, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Fairhope, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.1 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
Fairhope, AL

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

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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fairhope, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Fairhope, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Fairhope, AL

Average UV index in December - Fairhope, AL
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Fairhope, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Fairhope, 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 24).

Average visibility in December
Fairhope, AL

Average visibility in December - Fairhope, 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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