December weather forecast
Nelson, GA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Nelson, Georgia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and an average high of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a mild 59°F (15°C) in November to a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C). Nelson temperatures generally rest at a low of 36.5°F (2.5°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Nelson, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nelson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.7 days and collects up to 46.85" (1190mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow. In Nelson, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.3 days and aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

Nelson in December has an average high-temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Nelson?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Nelson, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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 Nelson, the average day length in December is 9h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Nelson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Nelson, GA

Average temperature in December - Nelson, GA
  • Average high temperature in December: 51.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Nelson, GA

Average pressure in December - Nelson, 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
Nelson, GA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Nelson, GA

Average humidity in December - Nelson, GA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Nelson, GA

Average rainfall in December - Nelson, GA
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.45"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.76").

Average rainfall days in December
Nelson, GA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nelson, GA

Average snowfall in December - Nelson, GA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Nelson, GA

Average snowfall days in December - Nelson, GA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.9 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
Nelson, GA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nelson, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nelson, GA

Average sunshine days in December - Nelson, GA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Nelson, GA

Average UV index in December - Nelson, 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
Nelson, GA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Nelson, GA

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

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

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