December weather forecast
Dalton, GA

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Weather in December

December marks the official arrival of winter in Dalton, Georgia, USA. As the city wraps itself in holiday spirit, lights and decorations illuminate the streets against the early darkness. The cold intensifies with temperatures dropping to a frigid 37.2°F (2.9°C) and only rising on average to 51.8°F (11°C). Blessed with a good share of precipitation, Dalton can sometimes offer a magical white Christmas. Despite the shortened daylight and chilling temperatures, December presents its unique charm, wrapping up the year on a quieter note.

Temperature

The advent of December brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from a mild 59°F (15°C) in November to a cool 51.8°F (11°C). December brings Dalton a consistent average low-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in Dalton, Georgia, it is snowing for 0.5 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. In Dalton, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.1 days and aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Dalton, with an average of 5.1h 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dalton in December?

In Dalton, 51.8°F (11°C) is the average high-temperature and 37.2°F (2.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Dalton, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13.4 days and typically aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dalton, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Dalton, in December, during 0.5 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dalton?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Dalton, Georgia, the average day length in December is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Dalton, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Dalton, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

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 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dalton, GA

Average temperature in December - Dalton, GA
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Dalton, GA

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Dalton, GA

Average wind speed in December - Dalton, GA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Dalton, GA

Average humidity in December - Dalton, GA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August, September, October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Dalton, GA

Average rainfall in December - Dalton, GA
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.52").

Average rainfall days in December
Dalton, GA

Average rainfall days in December - Dalton, GA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dalton, GA

Average snowfall in December - Dalton, GA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dalton, GA

Average snowfall days in December - Dalton, GA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and 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
Dalton, GA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dalton, GA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dalton, GA

Average sunshine days in December - Dalton, GA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Dalton, GA

Average UV index in December - Dalton, 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
Dalton, GA

Average cloud cover in December - Dalton, GA
  • 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Dalton, GA

Average visibility in December - Dalton, GA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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