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

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Weather in December

As winter sets in, December sees a further decrease in temperature in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, signaling the end of the year. As the cold intensifies, there's a small recurrence of snowfall, approximately 0.39" (10mm), adding to the seasonal cheer. Despite shorter daylight hours, Tuscaloosa continues to shine under the winter sun. Cool daylight and cold nights mark the climatic transition from fall to winter, wrapping up the year. So, bundle up and step into the joyous season, enjoying the winter chills and change of scenery that Tuscaloosa offers.

Temperature

Tuscaloosa's weather subtly changes with the onset of December, barely falling from a comfortable 63.3°F (17.4°C) in November to a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C). An average low-temperature of 41°F (5°C) is common during the nights of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Tuscaloosa, in December, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 4.33" (110mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Tuscaloosa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.6 days and collects up to 40.94" (1040mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February, November and December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Tuscaloosa is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

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

What are December temperatures?

In Tuscaloosa, in December, the average high-temperature is 55.6°F (13.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 41°F (5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Tuscaloosa, in December, during 13.8 rainfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Tuscaloosa, in December, snow falls for 0.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tuscaloosa, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Tuscaloosa?

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Tuscaloosa.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Tuscaloosa, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Tuscaloosa?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Tuscaloosa is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

63.3°F 17.4°C

55.6°F 13.1°C

52.2°F 11.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.9mph 11.1km/h

7.1mph 11.4km/h

7.4mph 11.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

18.9

15.2

17.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average high temperature in December: 55.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).

Average low temperature in December: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Tuscaloosa, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average rainfall in December: 4.33"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average UV index in December: 3

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

Average cloud cover in December
Tuscaloosa, AL

Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Tuscaloosa, 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
Tuscaloosa, AL

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