December weather forecast
Ellijay, GA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Ellijay, Georgia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's mild 57°F (13.9°C) to a cool 50°F (10°C). Ellijay's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 35.4°F (1.9°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ellijay, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ellijay, there are 14.7 snowfall days, and 6.38" (162mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ellijay is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Ellijay?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Ellijay, is 50°F (10°C), while the average low-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Ellijay?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Ellijay?

In Ellijay, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the rainiest month in Ellijay?

The month with the most rainfall in Ellijay, Georgia, is December, when the rain falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Ellijay?

In Ellijay, Georgia, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 4.8" (122mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ellijay in December?

In Ellijay, Georgia, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ellijay?

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 in Ellijay?

In December, the average day length in Ellijay, Georgia, is 9h and 53min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ellijay?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ellijay, Georgia, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ellijay?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Ellijay?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Ellijay?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ellijay?

In Ellijay, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value 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
Ellijay, GA

Average temperature in December - Ellijay, GA
  • Average high temperature in December: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Ellijay, GA

Average pressure in December - Ellijay, 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
Ellijay, GA

Average wind speed in December - Ellijay, GA
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Ellijay, GA

Average humidity in December - Ellijay, GA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Ellijay, GA

Average rainfall in December - Ellijay, GA
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Ellijay, GA

Average rainfall days in December - Ellijay, GA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ellijay, GA

Average snowfall in December - Ellijay, GA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ellijay, GA

Average snowfall days in December - Ellijay, GA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ellijay, GA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ellijay, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ellijay, GA

Average sunshine days in December - Ellijay, GA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ellijay, GA

Average UV index in December - Ellijay, 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ellijay, GA

Average cloud cover in December - Ellijay, GA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Ellijay, GA

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

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

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