December Weather in Gulf Shores

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Gulf Shores, United States, during December is characterized by an average temperature of 16°C (60°F). Highs can soar to 22°C (72°F), while lows may dip to 7°C (44°F). Typically, the humidity level in Gulf Shores throughout December hovers around 87%.

7°C (44°F)

Minimum temperature

16°C (60°F)

Average temperature

22°C (72°F)

Maximum temperature

87%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In December, Gulf Shores averages 141 mm (5.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 10 hours 12 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 16 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 49% probability of sunny days during this period.

141 mm (5.5 inches)

Precipitation

12 rainy days

Rainy days

7 hours 16 minutes

Sunshine hours

49%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In December, the UV Index in Gulf Shores reaches a maximum of 4, indicating a level of Moderate exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 10:00 and 12:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 30 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 2 4 4 4 4 3 1 1 0 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 45 min

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