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Dalton weather in December (Georgia, United States of America)

What should you pack for a trip to Dalton in December? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Dalton usually has moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. December is typically considered a winter month. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 12°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 2°C.

Precipitation

Dalton in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 161 mm for the month. Expect frequent, heavy rain this month, marking the peak rainfall period. A poncho will help protect you from getting soaked. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 12 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 142 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Dalton. April, May, June, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Dalton climate page with graphs.

 

Dalton, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 161 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
SunshineSunshine 142 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 45% *  
* Data from: Chattanooga, the United States of America (43 KM, 27 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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