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

Skanderbeg Square in Tirana, Albania with the Ethem Bey Mosque

Weather in December

Tirana wraps up the year with the onset of winter in December, setting a festive atmosphere across the city. Keeping up with the winter trend, temperatures drop further with an average high dropping down to 10.9°C (51.6°F). With the lengthening of night hours, the city lights up its streets, turning the written city into a sparkling winter wonderland. While snowfall is minimal, unexpected snow flurries provide a delightful surprise towards the end of the month. Despite cooler weather, Tirana’s pleasant winter remains a perfect season for traditional holiday festivities.

Temperature

The onset of December in Tirana entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a moderate 15.8°C (60.4°F) in November to a fresh 10.9°C (51.6°F). Throughout December nights, Tirana experiences a consistent temperature average of 5°C (41°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Tirana is 72%.

Rainfall

In Tirana, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 99mm (3.9") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.1 rainfall days, and 828mm (32.6") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 16:12. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 16:21 CET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Tirana is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Tirana in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Tirana, is 10.9°C (51.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 5°C (41°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Tirana?

In December, the average relative humidity in Tirana, Albania, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December in Tirana?

In Tirana, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 99mm (3.9") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Tirana?

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

Does it snow in Tirana in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Tirana?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Tirana?

The average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Tirana?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 16:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 16:21 CET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Tirana?

The average sunshine duration in December in Tirana, Albania, is 6.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Tirana?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

15.8°C 60.4°F

10.9°C 51.6°F

9.2°C 48.6°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10km/h 6.2mph

10.4km/h 6.5mph

11.2km/h 7mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.9

17.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Tirana, Albania

Average high temperature in December: 10.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.2°C).

Average low temperature in December: 5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.4°C).

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Average pressure in December
Tirana, 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 (1013.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Tirana, Albania

Average wind speed in December: 9.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (8.1km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Tirana, Albania

Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

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Average rainfall in December
Tirana, Albania

Average rainfall in December: 99mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (120mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Tirana, Albania

Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Tirana, Albania

Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10mm).
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
Tirana, Albania

Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

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

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tirana, 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 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Tirana, Albania

Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in December
Tirana, Albania

Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Tirana, Albania

Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in December
Tirana, Albania

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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December weather forecast
Tirana, Albania

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