December weather forecast
Georgia, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Georgia, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C). Georgia's average low-temperature in December is measured at an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Georgia, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.8 snowfall days, and 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature during December is 52.5°F (11.4°C) and the low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Georgia, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.5 days and accumulates 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Georgia, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Georgia?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Georgia have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Georgia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Georgia, AL

Average temperature in December - Georgia, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Georgia, AL

Average pressure in December - Georgia, 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
Georgia, AL

Average wind speed in December - Georgia, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Georgia, AL

Average humidity in December - Georgia, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Georgia, AL

Average rainfall in December - Georgia, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.25"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Georgia, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Georgia, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Georgia, AL

Average snowfall in December - Georgia, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Georgia, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Georgia, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Georgia, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Georgia, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Georgia, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Georgia, AL

Average UV index in December - Georgia, 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
Georgia, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Georgia, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Georgia, AL

Average visibility in December - Georgia, 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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