December weather forecast
Gainesville, GA

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Weather in December

December welcomes the heart of winter in Gainesville, Georgia, with average temperatures as low as 38.3°F (3.5°C) observed. Compared to November, a noticeable decrease in temperature transforms the cityscape into a winter wonderland. December brings the year to an end, with shorter days, fewer sunshine hours, and a moderately high percentage of cloudy days. The city readies itself for the festivities and long nights, bathed in the soft, wintry sunlight by day. A noteworthy event of December is the reemergence of snowfall at 1.54" (39mm), adding an extra layer of gleam to Gainesville's winter glamor.

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from a moderate 59.4°F (15.2°C) in November to a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C). Gainesville records an average low-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.6 days and accumulates 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.6 days and accumulates 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gainesville, Georgia.
On the first day of December in Gainesville, Georgia, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gainesville are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Gainesville?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Gainesville, is 52.5°F (11.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Gainesville?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Gainesville?

In December, the average relative humidity in Gainesville, Georgia, is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Gainesville?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Gainesville. Rain falls for 13.6 days and accumulates 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Gainesville in December?

In December, in Gainesville, Georgia, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Gainesville?

The month with the most snowfall in Gainesville is December, when snow falls for 0.6 days and typically aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Gainesville in December?

In Gainesville, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gainesville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gainesville have in December?

In Gainesville, Georgia, the average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gainesville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gainesville, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gainesville?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gainesville?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Gainesville?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Gainesville, Georgia, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gainesville, GA

Average temperature in December - Gainesville, GA
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Gainesville, GA

Average pressure in December - Gainesville, GA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
Gainesville, GA

Average wind speed in December - Gainesville, GA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Gainesville, GA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, October and November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Gainesville, GA

Average rainfall in December - Gainesville, GA
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.25"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Gainesville, GA

Average rainfall days in December - Gainesville, GA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gainesville, GA

Average snowfall in December - Gainesville, GA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gainesville, GA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Gainesville, GA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gainesville, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gainesville, GA

Average sunshine days in December - Gainesville, GA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Gainesville, GA

Average UV index in December - Gainesville, 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
Gainesville, GA

Average cloud cover in December - Gainesville, GA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Gainesville, GA

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

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

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