December weather - Winter 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average snowfall in December
Average snowfall days in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

The colorful neon lights that lit up the buildings and roads of Huntsville in Alabama

Weather in December

Winter announces its arrival in Huntsville with December's onset. Temperatures drop further to a chilly 50.9°F (10.5°C) during the day, evoking the wintry ambiance across the city. The Christmas season enhances the beauty of Huntsville, with snowy landscapes and twinkling lights. Rainy days number increases, albeit with a mild possibility of becoming a picturesque snowfall. December, with its cold temperatures and festive spirit, rounds up the year in Huntsville, solidifying the beauty of winter.

Temperature

Huntsville records a mild change in average high-temperature during December, easing from a refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C) in November to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). December's average low-temperature reading settles at an icy 37.4°F (3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Huntsville, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation. In Huntsville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.9 days and collects up to 42.36" (1076mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Huntsville, in December, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Huntsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.8 days and aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Huntsville, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Updated: Jun 3, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 50.9°F (10.5°C) and 37.4°F (3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Huntsville, in December, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Huntsville, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Huntsville?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Huntsville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

58.5°F 14.7°C

50.9°F 10.5°C

46.9°F 8.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.5mph 12.1km/h

8.1mph 13km/h

8.4mph 13.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

19.6

15.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Huntsville, AL

Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

Average low temperature in December: 37.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Huntsville, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Huntsville, AL

Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Huntsville, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Huntsville, AL

Average rainfall in December: 4.25"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Huntsville, AL

Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Huntsville, AL

Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Huntsville, AL

Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Huntsville, AL

Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Huntsville, AL

Average sunshine days in December: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Huntsville, AL

Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Huntsville, AL

Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Huntsville, 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).

December weather forecast
Huntsville, AL

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