December weather forecast
Duluth, GA

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Weather in December

Finally, December marks the arrival of winter in Duluth, Georgia. The city is at its coldest phase, with temperatures dipping noticeably from November. As a testament to its winter pull, December records 0.24" (6mm) of snowfall, preparing the town for January’s snowy possibilities. The coming January would fortify these wintry conditions. Therefore, December in Duluth offers a cocoon of cold, providing a fitting closure to the yearly weather cycle.

Temperature

Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a refreshing 61°F (16.1°C) in November to a fresh 53.6°F (12°C). Duluth witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 181.5 rainfall days, and 44.57" (1132mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Duluth are January through March, November and December. In December, in Duluth, it is snowing for 0.6 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. In Duluth, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.9 days and aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) 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 December in Duluth, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Duluth, Georgia, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Duluth?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) and a low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Duluth?

The most humid month in Duluth is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Duluth?

The average relative humidity in December in Duluth, Georgia, is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Duluth?

In Duluth, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Duluth?

In Duluth, Georgia, in December, snow falls for 0.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Duluth?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Duluth?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Duluth?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Duluth, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Duluth?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Duluth have in December?

In Duluth, Georgia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Duluth?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Duluth?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Duluth, GA

Average temperature in December - Duluth, GA
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34°F).

Average pressure in December
Duluth, GA

Average pressure in December - Duluth, 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
Duluth, GA

Average wind speed in December - Duluth, GA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Duluth, GA

Average humidity in December - Duluth, GA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Duluth, GA

Average rainfall in December - Duluth, GA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Duluth, GA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Duluth, GA

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Duluth, GA

Average snowfall days in December - Duluth, GA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Duluth, GA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Duluth, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Duluth, GA

Average sunshine days in December - Duluth, GA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Duluth, GA

Average UV index in December - Duluth, 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
Duluth, GA

Average cloud cover in December - Duluth, GA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Duluth, GA

Average visibility in December - Duluth, 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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