December weather forecast
Sandy Springs, AL

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sandy Springs, is also a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average high of 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Sandy Springs's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from November's mild 60.3°F (15.7°C) to a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages of 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are February and December, with an average 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 4.5 snowfall days, and 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

During December, Sandy Springs experiences an average high-temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) and a low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Sandy Springs?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The months with the most rainfall are February and December, with an average 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sandy Springs, in December, during 13.9 rainfall days, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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 Sandy Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sandy Springs, AL

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average pressure in December - Sandy Springs, 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
Sandy Springs, AL

Average wind speed in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average humidity in December - Sandy Springs, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average rainfall in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.56").

Average rainfall days in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average snowfall in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

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
Sandy Springs, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 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
Sandy Springs, AL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sandy Springs, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average UV index in December - Sandy Springs, 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
Sandy Springs, AL

Average cloud cover in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average visibility in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (5mi).

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