December weather - Winter 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average snowfall in December
Average snowfall days in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

The historic city hall tower at dusk in Athens, Georgia, along with other neon-lit houses in the vicinity

Weather in December

The year concludes with winter at its peak in December across Athens. The climate is characterized by the year's lowest temperatures, rivalling those of January. Longer nights and reduced daylight hours, down to 9.9, signify winter's full sway. Despite the chill, December is one of the driest months of the year with rainfall being 3.86" (98mm). Lastly, a fractional rise in the average wind speed marks the end of atmospheric tranquillity, setting the stage for a fresh weather cycle in the coming year.

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a comfortable 61.3°F (16.3°C) to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). December in Athens generally records an average low-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Athens. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Athens, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.9 days and aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Athens, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of December, in Athens, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Athens. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Athens?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Athens, Georgia, are 54.5°F (12.5°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Athens?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Athens?

In December, the average relative humidity in Athens, Georgia, is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Athens?

The month with the most rainfall in Athens is December, when the rain falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Athens?

In Athens, Georgia, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Athens?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Athens?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Athens?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Athens?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Athens?

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Athens, Georgia.

How many hours of sunshine does Athens have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Athens, Georgia, is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Athens?

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 Athens?

In Athens, Georgia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

61.3°F 16.3°C

54.5°F 12.5°C

51.1°F 10.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.7mph 10.8km/h

7.5mph 12.1km/h

8mph 12.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

19.2

16.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Athens, GA

Average high temperature in December: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.1°F).

Average low temperature in December: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Athens, GA

Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Athens, GA

Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Athens, 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, October and November (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Athens, GA

Average rainfall in December: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Athens, GA

Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Athens, GA

Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Athens, GA

Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Athens, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Athens, GA

Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Athens, GA

Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Athens, GA

Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Athens, GA

Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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December weather forecast
Athens, GA

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