December weather forecast
Palmetto, GA

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from an enjoyable 61.5°F (16.4°C) in November to a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). Palmetto experiences an average low-temperature reading of 39.7°F (4.3°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Palmetto, in December, during 13.7 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 177.7 rainfall days, and 40.16" (1020mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. 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 December, 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 5:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In Palmetto, in December, the average high-temperature is 54.5°F (12.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is calculated 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 December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Palmetto, 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. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, 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 5:41 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Palmetto have in December?

In Palmetto, the average sunshine duration in December 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Palmetto, GA

Average temperature in December - Palmetto, 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
Palmetto, GA

Average pressure in December - Palmetto, 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
Palmetto, GA

Average wind speed in December - Palmetto, 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
Palmetto, GA

Average humidity in December - Palmetto, 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
Palmetto, GA

Average rainfall in December - Palmetto, 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
Palmetto, GA

Average rainfall days in December - Palmetto, 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
Palmetto, GA

Average snowfall in December - Palmetto, 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
Palmetto, GA

Average snowfall days in December - Palmetto, 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
Palmetto, GA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palmetto, 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
Palmetto, GA

Average sunshine days in December - Palmetto, 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
Palmetto, GA

Average UV index in December - Palmetto, 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
Palmetto, GA

Average cloud cover in December - Palmetto, 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
Palmetto, GA

Average visibility in December - Palmetto, 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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