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 ancient buildings of the historic dining hall in Berry College in Rome, Georgia, as set in neat lawns and a scenic waterfront promenade

Weather in December

Winter officially arrives in Rome, Georgia, in December, with cold temperatures and increased precipitation defining the month. During this month, the city experiences its lowest average high temperature at 52.9°F (11.6°C) for the year, as well as a relatively high rainfall level amounting to 4.02" (102mm). The brief sunshine hours and predominant cloud cover make the days feel much shorter. As the month and the year conclude, the chilly atmosphere remains, setting the tone for the next year’s weather cycle.

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C) in November to a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C). In December, the average low-temperature is a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rome, in December, during 14 rainfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rome, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.3 days and collects up to 44.02" (1118mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Rome, during December, snow falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Rome, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.1 days and aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 52.9°F (11.6°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month in Rome, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Rome is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Rome, in December, during 14 rainfall days, 4.02" (102mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Rome, in December, during 1 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rome have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rome?

On the first day of December in Rome, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:41 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

60.1°F 15.6°C

52.9°F 11.6°C

49.1°F 9.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.7mph 10.8km/h

7.2mph 11.6km/h

7.7mph 12.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

18.5

15.3

16.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Rome, GA

Average high temperature in December: 52.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.1°F).

Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Rome, GA

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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rome, GA

Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Rome, GA

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%).

Average rainfall in December
Rome, GA

Average rainfall in December: 4.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.56").

Average rainfall days in December
Rome, GA

Average rainfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rome, GA

Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Rome, GA

Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.1 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
Rome, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rome, GA

Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Rome, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Rome, GA

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).

Average visibility in December
Rome, GA

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).

December weather forecast
Rome, GA

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