December weather forecast
Sandy Springs, GA

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Weather in December

December in Sandy Springs is characterized by cool, winter weather. The city experiences a decrease in temperatures and daylight hours, accompanied by an increase in overall cloud percentage. Snowfall becomes evident with 0.71" (18mm) being recorded, the highest for the year, signaling the depth of winter. Wind activity remains relatively unchanged over the month, adding to the cold climate. As the city transitions into a new year, a continuation of these wintry weather conditions into January is customary.

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Sandy Springs experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a refreshing 61°F (16.1°C) in November to a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C). Sandy Springs reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sandy Springs, in December, during 14.4 rainfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.4 rainfall days, and 42.91" (1090mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Sandy Springs, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sandy Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 3.9 days and aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) 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 7:25 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Sandy Springs, is 53.4°F (11.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 39.2°F (4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Sandy Springs, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sandy Springs, in December, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 3.86" (98mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sandy Springs, in December, snow falls for 0.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Sandy Springs have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:39 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 many hours of sunshine does Sandy Springs have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Sandy Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sandy Springs, GA

Average temperature in December - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.4°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 (49.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 39.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Sandy Springs, GA

Average pressure in December - Sandy Springs, 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
Sandy Springs, GA

Average wind speed in December - Sandy Springs, 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 (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Sandy Springs, GA

Average humidity in December - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Sandy Springs, GA

Average rainfall in December - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Sandy Springs, GA

Average rainfall days in December - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sandy Springs, GA

Average snowfall in December - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sandy Springs, GA

Average snowfall days in December - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 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 and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sandy Springs, GA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sandy Springs, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sandy Springs, GA

Average sunshine days in December - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Sandy Springs, GA

Average UV index in December - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Sandy Springs, GA

Average cloud cover in December - Sandy Springs, GA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Sandy Springs, GA

Average visibility in December - Sandy Springs, 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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