December weather forecast
Canton, GA

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Weather in December

December ushers in holiday joy along with average high temperatures of 52.2°F (11.2°C) and a low of 38.1°F (3.4°C). A slight snowfall of 0.67" (17mm) blankets the city in white, reigniting the charm of a winter wonderland. The city sparkles with holiday lights and festive fervour. December in Canton beautifully wraps up the year with a flourish of frost.

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's moderate 59.7°F (15.4°C) to a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 38.1°F (3.4°C) during December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 79%, December is the most humid month in Canton.

Rainfall

In Canton, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Canton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.9 days and collects up to 42.95" (1091mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Canton. In December, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated. In Canton, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.1 days and aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Canton, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Canton are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Canton?

The high-temperature during December is 52.2°F (11.2°C) and the low-temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Canton?

December is the most humid month in Canton, Georgia, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Canton?

The average relative humidity in December in Canton is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Canton?

In December, in Canton, Georgia, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Canton in December?

In Canton, Georgia, in December, snow falls for 0.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Canton?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Canton, Georgia, is 9h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Canton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Canton, Georgia, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:38 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Canton?

With an average of 5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Canton?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Canton is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Canton?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Canton?

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

Average temperature in December - Canton, GA
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.1°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 (32.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Canton, GA

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Canton, GA

Average wind speed in December - Canton, GA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Canton, GA

Average humidity in December - Canton, GA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Canton, GA

Average rainfall in December - Canton, GA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.98"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.52").

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Average rainfall days in December
Canton, GA

Average rainfall days in December - Canton, GA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Canton, GA

Average snowfall in December - Canton, GA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Canton, GA

Average snowfall days in December - Canton, GA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.8 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
Canton, GA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Canton, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Canton, GA

Average sunshine days in December - Canton, GA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Canton, GA

Average UV index in December - Canton, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Canton, GA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Canton, GA

Average visibility in December - Canton, GA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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