December weather forecast
Elbasan, Albania

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Weather in December

December marks the advent of winter in Elbasan, painting the cityscape in shades of white. This is the time when the city collectively braces for the cold, and evenings become longer. Snowfall makes its first notable occurrence of the year, setting the ground for the coming full-fledged winter period. Compared to November, the temperatures decline further, and the mercury drops to a low average of 9.4°C (48.9°F). The chilly winds and a heightened sense of humidity encapsulate December in Elbasan, bidding adieu to the year with a cool embrace.

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a moderate 14.5°C (58.1°F) in November to a frosty 9.4°C (48.9°F). December nights in Elbasan, Albania, experience a consistent temperature drop to a cold 2°C (35.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Elbasan, in December, during 12.2 rainfall days, 74mm (2.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elbasan, Albania, there are 149.5 rainfall days, and 651mm (25.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall in Elbasan. December is the first month it typically snows in Elbasan. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, in Elbasan, Albania, there are 1.4 snowfall days, and 8mm (0.31") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 16:11. On the last day of December, in Elbasan, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 16:20 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Elbasan are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jan 25, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Elbasan in December?

December temperatures in Elbasan vary between a high-temperature of 9.4°C (48.9°F) and a low-temperature of 2°C (35.6°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Elbasan?

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December in Elbasan?

In Elbasan, Albania, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 74mm (2.91") of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Elbasan?

December is the first month it typically snows in Elbasan, Albania. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elbasan?

December has the shortest days of the year in Elbasan, Albania, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Elbasan have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Elbasan?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 16:11. On the last day of the month, in Elbasan, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 16:20 CET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elbasan?

In Elbasan, Albania, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elbasan?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Elbasan?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Elbasan, Albania, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elbasan, Albania

Average temperature in December - Elbasan, Albania
  • Average high temperature in December: 9.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (17.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Elbasan, Albania

Average pressure in December - Elbasan, Albania
  • Average pressure in December: 1019.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Elbasan, Albania

Average wind speed in December - Elbasan, Albania
  • Average wind speed in December: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Elbasan, Albania

Average humidity in December - Elbasan, Albania
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in December
Elbasan, Albania

Average rainfall in December - Elbasan, Albania
  • Average rainfall in December: 74mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (87mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (19mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Elbasan, Albania

Average rainfall days in December - Elbasan, Albania
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elbasan, Albania

Average snowfall in December - Elbasan, Albania
  • Average snowfall in December: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Elbasan, Albania

Average snowfall days in December - Elbasan, Albania
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elbasan, Albania

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elbasan, Albania
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elbasan, Albania

Average sunshine days in December - Elbasan, Albania
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Elbasan, Albania

Average UV index in December - Elbasan, Albania
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Elbasan, Albania

Average cloud cover in December - Elbasan, Albania
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in December
Elbasan, Albania

Average visibility in December - Elbasan, Albania
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (9km).

Elbasan, Albania

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