December weather forecast
Fairburn, GA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Fairburn, Georgia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a comfortable 61.5°F (16.4°C) in November to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). The nighttime temperature in Fairburn, during December, averages of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Fairburn, during December, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation. In Fairburn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.7 days and collects up to 40.16" (1020mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.8 snowfall days, and 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Fairburn, is 54.5°F (12.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Fairburn?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Fairburn, in December, during 13.7 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows in Fairburn. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Fairburn have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Fairburn, GA
  • Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Fairburn, GA

Average pressure in December - Fairburn, 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
Fairburn, GA

Average wind speed in December - Fairburn, 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 (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Fairburn, GA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Fairburn, GA

Average rainfall in December - Fairburn, GA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Fairburn, GA

Average rainfall days in December - Fairburn, GA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fairburn, GA

Average snowfall in December - Fairburn, GA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fairburn, GA

Average snowfall days in December - Fairburn, GA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 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, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fairburn, GA
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • 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
Fairburn, GA

Average sunshine days in December - Fairburn, GA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Fairburn, GA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Fairburn, GA

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

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

Average visibility in December
Fairburn, GA

Average visibility in December - Fairburn, 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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