December weather forecast
Sylvester, GA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a mild month in Sylvester, Georgia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 60.6°F (15.9°C).

Temperature

The transition into December subtly indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a mild 60.6°F (15.9°C) from November's comfortable 67.1°F (19.5°C). During the month of December, an average low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) is recorded.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, in Sylvester, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sylvester, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.7 days and collects up to 34.49" (876mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall in Sylvester.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in December leads to these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 60.6°F (15.9°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sylvester, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in December?

In Sylvester, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sylvester have in December?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Sylvester, Georgia, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:42 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Sylvester, GA
  • Average high temperature in December: 60.6°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 45.5°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41°F).

Average pressure in December
Sylvester, GA

Average pressure in December - Sylvester, GA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sylvester, GA

Average wind speed in December - Sylvester, GA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Sylvester, GA

Average humidity in December - Sylvester, GA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, October and November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Sylvester, GA

Average rainfall in December - Sylvester, GA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Sylvester, GA

Average rainfall days in December - Sylvester, GA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sylvester, GA

Average snowfall in December - Sylvester, GA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sylvester, GA

Average snowfall days in December - Sylvester, GA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sylvester, GA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sylvester, GA
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sylvester, GA

Average sunshine days in December - Sylvester, GA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Sylvester, GA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Sylvester, GA

Average cloud cover in December - Sylvester, GA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Sylvester, GA

Average visibility in December - Sylvester, 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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