December weather forecast
Sandy Springs, AL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Sandy Springs, Alabama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 52.5°F (11.4°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

In Sandy Springs, the beginning of December is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's moderate 60.3°F (15.7°C) to a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C). Sandy Springs's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 38.3°F (3.5°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The wettest months in Sandy Springs, Alabama, are February and December, with an average 4.06" (103mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Sandy Springs. In Sandy Springs, in December, during 0.7 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sandy Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.5 days and aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Sandy Springs, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, in Sandy Springs, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Sandy Springs, Alabama, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Sandy Springs?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Sandy Springs, is 52.5°F (11.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Sandy Springs?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December in Sandy Springs?

The average relative humidity in December in Sandy Springs is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Sandy Springs?

The wettest months in Sandy Springs are February and December, with an average 4.06" (103mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in Sandy Springs in December?

In December, in Sandy Springs, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout December, 4.06" (103mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sandy Springs?

In Sandy Springs, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sandy Springs?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Sandy Springs?

The average day length in December is 9h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sandy Springs?

On the first day of December in Sandy Springs, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

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

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sandy Springs?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sandy Springs?

In Sandy Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average temperature in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average pressure in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average wind speed in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average humidity in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average rainfall in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.06"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and December (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.56").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average rainfall days in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average snowfall in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average snowfall days in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average sunshine days in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average UV index in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sandy Springs, AL

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

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

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Average visibility in December
Sandy Springs, AL

Average visibility in December - Sandy Springs, AL
  • 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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