December weather forecastColumbus, GA
December
Weather in December
The year closes in Columbus, Georgia with the onset of winter in December, bringing temperatures from 43.3°F (6.3°C) to 58.5°F (14.7°C). A noticeable drop in the thermometer readings marks the full onset of winters. The daylight recedes to 10.1 hours, resulting in shorter days and longer nights. While it's the coldest month of the year, December lends a festive air to the city's weather. Lights, decorations, and anticipation of snowfall embellish Columbus in a beautiful winter splendor.Temperature
As November makes way for December, Columbus's average high-temperature eases from an enjoyable 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a still refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 43.3°F (6.3°C) to Columbus.Humidity
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
In Columbus, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.9 rainfall days, and 26.81" (681mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Columbus. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.1 snowfall days, and 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.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 7:24 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of December, in Columbus, Georgia, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:45 pm EST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Columbus are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during December morphs into the following directions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. 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. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Columbus, GA
- Average high temperature in December: 58.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 43.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Columbus, GA
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Columbus, GA
- Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph
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 (4.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Columbus, GA
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and October (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Columbus, GA
- Average rainfall in December: 3.03"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").
Average rainfall days in December
Columbus, GA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Columbus, GA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Columbus, GA
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.4 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
Columbus, GA
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 6min
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 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Columbus, GA
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Columbus, GA
- Average UV index in December: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Columbus, GA
- Average cloud cover in December: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Columbus, 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).
