December weather forecastRidgelake, GA

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ridgelake, is also a moderate month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 40.3°F (4.6°C) and an average high of 55.4°F (13°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from an enjoyable 61.9°F (16.6°C) in November to a moderate 55.4°F (13°C). During December, the average low-temperature is an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, December is the most humid month in Ridgelake.

Rainfall

In Ridgelake, in December, during 12.8 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ridgelake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179.7 days and collects up to 39.76" (1010mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Ridgelake, during December, snow falls for 0.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ridgelake, there are 2.7 snowfall days, and 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 55.4°F (13°C) and 40.3°F (4.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

December is the most humid month in Ridgelake, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

In Ridgelake, Georgia, during December, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

In Ridgelake, Georgia, in December, snow falls for 0.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

In December, the average day length in Ridgelake is 9h and 59min.

On the first day of December in Ridgelake, Georgia, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

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

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

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

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 55.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (51.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (35.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Ridgelake, GA

  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Ridgelake, GA

  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Ridgelake, GA

  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Ridgelake, GA

  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Ridgelake, GA

  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ridgelake, GA

  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ridgelake, GA

  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • 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).

Average sunshine days in December
Ridgelake, GA

  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7 days).

Average UV index in December
Ridgelake, GA

  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Ridgelake, GA

  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Ridgelake, 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).