December weather forecast
Khost, Afghanistan

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Weather in December

December sees Khost, Afghanistan entering its cold season, with temperatures continuing to drop. Cool conditions dominate this month, with an average high of 13.5°C (56.3°F) and low reaching a chilly 3.8°C (38.8°F). Yet, with only 1mm (0.04") of mean rainfall spread over 1.4 days, December ends up being the driest month of the year. Wind speed remains consistent at an average of 6.2km/h (3.9mph) and daylight reduces to an average length of around 10h. Meanwhile, clear skies dominate with cloud coverage at just 10%, offering picturesque views of Khost in its winter glory.

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature in Khost, Afghanistan, marginally drops from an enjoyable 17.8°C (64°F) in November to a still refreshing 13.5°C (56.3°F). The temperature lowers to an average of 3.8°C (38.8°F) during December nights.

Humidity

In Khost, Afghanistan, the average relative humidity in December is 29%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Khost, Afghanistan, is December, when the rain falls for 1.4 days and typically collects 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Khost, snow does not fall in March through December.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Khost.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 16:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 16:52 +0430.

Sunshine

In Khost, the average sunshine in December is 7.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in December translates into this advice:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Khost in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Khost, is 13.5°C (56.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 3.8°C (38.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Khost?

In December, the average relative humidity in Khost, Afghanistan, is 29%.

What is the driest month in Khost?

The month with the least rainfall in Khost is December, when the rain falls for 1.4 days and typically collects 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Khost?

In Khost, during December, the rain falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Khost?

March through December are months without snowfall in Khost, Afghanistan.

Does it snow in Khost in December?

In Khost, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Khost?

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

How many hours of daylight does Khost have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Khost?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 16:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 16:52 +0430.

How long on average sun shines in December in Khost?

The average sunshine duration in December is 7.5h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Khost?

In Khost, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Khost, Afghanistan

Average temperature in December - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average high temperature in December: 13.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (32.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (23.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.9°C).

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Average pressure in December
Khost, Afghanistan

Average pressure in December - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average pressure in December: 1019.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1020.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1001.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Khost, Afghanistan

Average wind speed in December - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (9.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (6.2km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Khost, Afghanistan

Average humidity in December - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average humidity in December: 29%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (27%).

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Average rainfall in December
Khost, Afghanistan

Average rainfall in December - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average rainfall in December: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Khost, Afghanistan

Average rainfall days in December - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (9.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Khost, Afghanistan

Average snowfall in December - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Khost, Afghanistan

Average snowfall days in December - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Khost, Afghanistan

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Khost, Afghanistan
  • 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: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Khost, Afghanistan

Average sunshine days in December - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average sunshine days in December: 29.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (29.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (18 days).

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Average UV index in December
Khost, Afghanistan

Average UV index in December - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Khost, Afghanistan

Average cloud cover in December - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average cloud cover in December: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 21).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in December
Khost, Afghanistan

Average visibility in December - Khost, Afghanistan
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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