December weather forecast
Dunwoody, GA

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Weather in December

December is a month of holiday cheer and wintry weather across Dunwoody, Georgia. Despite the festivities and bright decorations throughout the city, the weather tends to lean towards chillier temperatures. December is the month with the highest relative humidity of the year at 77%. Locals enjoy cozy gatherings indoors, with the warmth of the holiday spirit contrasting the cold outside. As the city lights up and snow occasionally dots the landscape, Dunwoody embraces the tranquility of winter.

Temperature

December implies a soft temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's comfortable 61°F (16.1°C) to a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a cold 39.2°F (4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Dunwoody, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout December, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.4 rainfall days, and 42.91" (1090mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Dunwoody, during December, snow falls for 0.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Dunwoody, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.9 days and aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) 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 7:25 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, in Dunwoody, the average high-temperature is 53.4°F (11.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.2°F (4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is calculated 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 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Dunwoody, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dunwoody, in December, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 3.86" (98mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Dunwoody, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dunwoody?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Dunwoody, the average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Dunwoody have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Dunwoody, 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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dunwoody, GA

Average temperature in December - Dunwoody, GA
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Dunwoody, GA

Average pressure in December - Dunwoody, 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
Dunwoody, GA

Average wind speed in December - Dunwoody, GA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

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
Dunwoody, GA

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Dunwoody, GA

Average rainfall in December - Dunwoody, GA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Dunwoody, GA

Average rainfall days in December - Dunwoody, GA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dunwoody, GA

Average snowfall in December - Dunwoody, GA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Dunwoody, GA

Average snowfall days in December - Dunwoody, 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
Dunwoody, GA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dunwoody, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dunwoody, GA

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Dunwoody, GA

Average UV index in December - Dunwoody, GA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Dunwoody, GA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Dunwoody, GA

Average visibility in December - Dunwoody, 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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