December weather forecast
Buford, GA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Buford, Georgia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 52.9°F (11.6°C) and an average low of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a moderate 60.1°F (15.6°C) in November to a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C). In Buford, December nights cool down to an average of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.4 rainfall days, and 43.11" (1095mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Buford, in December, snow falls for 0.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Buford, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.4 days and aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

During December, Buford experiences an average high-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C) and a low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Buford, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Buford, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Buford, Georgia, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

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 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Buford have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Buford, GA

Average temperature in December - Buford, GA
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.5°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 (33.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Buford, GA

Average pressure in December - Buford, GA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Buford, GA

Average wind speed in December - Buford, GA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Buford, GA

Average humidity in December - Buford, GA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Buford, GA

Average rainfall in December - Buford, GA
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Buford, GA

Average rainfall days in December - Buford, GA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buford, GA

Average snowfall in December - Buford, GA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buford, GA

Average snowfall days in December - Buford, GA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Buford, GA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buford, GA
  • 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: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buford, GA

Average sunshine days in December - Buford, GA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Buford, GA

Average UV index in December - Buford, GA
  • 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
Buford, GA

Average cloud cover in December - Buford, GA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Buford, GA

Average visibility in December - Buford, 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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