December weather forecast
McDonough, GA

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Weather in December

December in McDonough is the epitome of the year-end festive feel, complete with chilly temperatures, increased humidity, and longer nights. December brings temperatures ranging from 40.3°F (4.6°C) to 55°F (12.8°C), perfect for cozy sweaters and simmering hot cocoa. The city sees a moderate increase in rainfall levels to 3.78" (96mm), though this is scattered over 13.2 days. Holiday decorations and festive events are commonplace across the city, creating a cheerful ambiance despite the cooler conditions.

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a refreshing 62.2°F (16.8°C) in November to a fresh 55°F (12.8°C). McDonough, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In McDonough, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In McDonough, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.5 days and collects up to 40.08" (1018mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In McDonough, during December, snow falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In McDonough, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.7 days and aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 3 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature, in December, in McDonough, is 55°F (12.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 40.3°F (4.6°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 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 77%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In McDonough, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.78" (96mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.3 days. Throughout December, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In McDonough, the average day length in December is 9h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in McDonough?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does McDonough have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In McDonough, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
McDonough, GA

Average temperature in December - McDonough, GA
  • Average high temperature in December: 55°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 (51.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.3°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 (35.4°F).

Average pressure in December
McDonough, GA

Average pressure in December - McDonough, 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
McDonough, GA

Average wind speed in December - McDonough, GA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
McDonough, GA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
McDonough, GA

Average rainfall in December - McDonough, GA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
McDonough, GA

Average rainfall days in December - McDonough, GA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
McDonough, GA

Average snowfall in December - McDonough, GA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McDonough, GA

Average snowfall days in December - McDonough, GA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 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
McDonough, GA

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

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
McDonough, GA

Average sunshine days in December - McDonough, GA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December
McDonough, GA

Average UV index in December - McDonough, GA
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
McDonough, GA

Average cloud cover in December - McDonough, GA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
McDonough, GA

Average visibility in December - McDonough, 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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