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 sea temperature 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 beautiful Ladiko beach in Faliraki, Greece, with rocks in water and mountains in the background

Weather in December

December marks the official beginning of winter in Faliraki. The average temperatures drop further, ranging from 14.5°C (58.1°F) to 16.4°C (61.5°F), while the rainfall measures up to 120mm (4.72"), marking it as the month with the highest precipitation. Throughout the month, the city experiences shorter daylight hours and reduced numbers of sunny days. As the year-end approaches, the sea temperature cools down. The wind speeds continue to increase from November, rounding off the year with a refreshing breeze sweeping through the city.

Temperature

A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed in Faliraki, Greece, during December, shifting from an agreeable 20.1°C (68.2°F) in November to an enjoyable 16.4°C (61.5°F). A mean low-temperature of 14.5°C (58.1°F) is anticipated during the month of December in Faliraki, Greece, a slight step down from the daytime high.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Faliraki is 65%.

Rainfall

In Faliraki, in December, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 120mm (4.72") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 101.2 rainfall days, and 639mm (25.16") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Faliraki, Greece, the average seawater temperature in December is 18.8°C (65.8°F).
Note: Swimming in 18.8°C (65.8°F) is not a pleasurable activity for the majority of people. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 16:52. On the last day of December, in Faliraki, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 17:02 EET.

Sunshine

In Faliraki, Greece, the average sunshine in December is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Faliraki are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during December leads to these instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Faliraki?

Faliraki in December has an average high-temperature of 16.4°C (61.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 14.5°C (58.1°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Faliraki?

In December, the average relative humidity in Faliraki, Greece, is 65%.

How many days does it rain in December in Faliraki?

In Faliraki, Greece, in December, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 120mm (4.72") of accumulated precipitation.

How cold is the water in December in Faliraki?

In Faliraki, in December, the average water temperature is 18.8°C (65.8°F). For most, swimming in 18.8°C (65.8°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

What is the month with the shortest days in Faliraki?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Faliraki have in December?

In December, the average day length in Faliraki, Greece, is 9h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Faliraki?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 16:52. On the last day of the month, in Faliraki, Greece, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 17:02 EET.

How many hours of sunshine does Faliraki have in December?

In Faliraki, Greece, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Faliraki?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

How high is the UV index in December in Faliraki?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Faliraki, Greece, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's 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

20.1°C 68.2°F

16.4°C 61.5°F

14.9°C 58.8°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

16.7km/h 10.4mph

21km/h 13mph

22.9km/h 14.2mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

9.7

15.2

16.8

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

18.9

14.3

12.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Faliraki, Greece

Average high temperature in December: 16.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.9°C).

Average low temperature in December: 14.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°C).

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Average pressure in December
Faliraki, Greece

Average pressure in December: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Faliraki, Greece

Average wind speed in December: 19.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (21.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (14.4km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Faliraki, Greece

Average humidity in December: 65%

The months with the highest relative humidity are April, May and June (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (64%).

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Average rainfall in December
Faliraki, Greece

Average rainfall in December: 120mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (136mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Faliraki, Greece

Average rainfall days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Faliraki, Greece

Average sea temperature in December: 18.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (17°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Faliraki, Greece

Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Faliraki, Greece

Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (29.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Faliraki, Greece

Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
Faliraki, Greece

Average cloud cover in December: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 2).

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Average visibility in December
Faliraki, Greece

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
Faliraki, Greece

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