December weather forecast
Albany, GA

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Weather in December

December's weather delivers the coldest month of the year in Albany, with average low temperature dropping to 45.5°F (7.5°C). At the same time, it garners the title of the rainiest months, with precipitation reaching its peak at 3.39" (86mm). Regardless, the blend of cold and rain fails to dampen the city's festive spirit. With each passing day, December winter intensifies, paving the way for the New Year amidst blue skies and winter chill.

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from 67.3°F (19.6°C) in November to a still enjoyable 61.2°F (16.2°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 11.9 days and accumulates 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in Albany, records 61.2°F (16.2°C), while the low-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Albany, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Albany, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Albany in December?

In Albany, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 10h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:43 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Albany, Georgia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Albany, GA

Average temperature in December - Albany, GA
  • Average high temperature in December: 61.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Albany, GA

Average pressure in December - Albany, GA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Albany, GA

Average wind speed in December - Albany, GA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Albany, GA

Average humidity in December - Albany, GA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Albany, GA

Average rainfall in December - Albany, GA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Albany, GA

Average rainfall days in December - Albany, GA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Albany, GA

Average snowfall in December - Albany, GA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Albany, GA

Average snowfall days in December - Albany, GA
  • 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 daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Albany, GA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Albany, GA
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Albany, GA

Average sunshine days in December - Albany, GA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Albany, GA

Average UV index in December - Albany, GA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

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 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Albany, GA

Average cloud cover in December - Albany, GA
  • 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 October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Albany, GA

Average visibility in December - Albany, GA
  • 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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