December weather forecast
Shannon, GA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shannon, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C) in November to a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C). The average low-temperature of 38.1°F (3.4°C) is witnessed during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Shannon, in December, during 14.3 rainfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shannon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.4 days and collects up to 43.54" (1106mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Shannon, in December, during 1.1 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Shannon, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.7 days and aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Shannon, is 52.5°F (11.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, 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 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Shannon?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Shannon in December?

In Shannon, in December, during 14.3 rainfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Shannon, in December, during 1.1 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:40 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Shannon have in December?

In Shannon, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Shannon, GA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Shannon, GA

Average pressure in December - Shannon, GA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Shannon, GA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Shannon, GA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Shannon, GA

Average rainfall in December - Shannon, GA
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.68").

Average rainfall days in December
Shannon, GA

Average rainfall days in December - Shannon, GA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shannon, GA

Average snowfall in December - Shannon, GA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Shannon, GA

Average snowfall days in December - Shannon, GA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Shannon, GA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shannon, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shannon, GA

Average sunshine days in December - Shannon, GA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Shannon, GA

Average UV index in December - Shannon, 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
Shannon, GA

Average cloud cover in December - Shannon, GA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Shannon, GA

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

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

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