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 days in December
Average sea temperature 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 road to Gulf Shores Beach in Alabama, besides the calm turquoise blue waters

Weather in December

In December, winter sets in Gulf Shores, Alabama, with the average temperatures reaching their yearly minimum. Compared to the balmy November, December weather brings the chill of winter. A peculiar characteristic of December in Gulf shores is the increased cloud coverage, highest in the year. Despite shorter days and less sunshine, December sees a decrease in rainfall. The city enveloped in the winter chill makes it a true winter wonderland by the sea.

Temperature

The advent of December in Gulf Shores brings an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 63.3°F (17.4°C), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. During December, the nighttime temperature averages to a cool 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gulf Shores, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.7 days and collects up to 15.75" (400mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January and December are months with snowfall in Gulf Shores. December is the first month it typically snows in Gulf Shores. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days. Throughout the year, there are 0.3 snowfall days.

Ocean temperature

In Gulf Shores, in December, the average water temperature is 64.9°F (18.3°C).
Note: The majority of individuals find swimming in 64.9°F (18.3°C) to be unenjoyable. The difficulty in controlling breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

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 63.3°F (17.4°C) and 53.6°F (12°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Gulf Shores?

With an average relative humidity of 79%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gulf Shores, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

How cold is the water in December?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Gulf Shores is 64.9°F (18.3°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gulf Shores have in December?

In Gulf Shores, Alabama, the average day length in December is 10h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gulf Shores?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Gulf Shores have in December?

In Gulf Shores, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Gulf Shores, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

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

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

67.8°F 19.9°C

63.3°F 17.4°C

59.4°F 15.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

11.3mph 18.2km/h

11.7mph 18.8km/h

12.1mph 19.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

7.5

10.2

8.9

Average snowfall days

0.1

0.2

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

20.7

18.6

20.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average high temperature in December: 63.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).

Average low temperature in December: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (49.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average humidity in December: 79%

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

Average rainfall in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall days in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average sea temperature in December: 64.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (86.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (60.4°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gulf Shores, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average UV index in December: 4

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 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Gulf Shores, AL

Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Gulf Shores, 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
Gulf Shores, AL

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