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

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Weather in December

December in Katerini announces the arrival of winter with its chilly temperatures and shortened daylight hours. The temperature decline brings the yearly lowest, reaching an average of 10.4°C (50.7°F). Unsurprisingly, anticipation of snowfall keeps everyone on their toes, especially the winter vacationers looking forward to the snow-capped landscapes. With the year wrapping up, Katerini becomes a hub for winter festivities despite the cold. As the month progresses, a sense of winter sits in deeper, reminding everyone of the passing year and the exciting new one to come.

Temperature

Katerini in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's moderate 15.3°C (59.5°F) to a fresh 10.4°C (50.7°F). Katerini reports an average low-temperature of 3.9°C (39°F) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In December, in Katerini, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is accumulated. In Katerini, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.9 days and collects up to 566mm (22.28") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Katerini are January through March, November and December. In Katerini, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of snow. Throughout the year, in Katerini, there are 4.9 snowfall days, and 91mm (3.58") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Katerini is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 17:04. On the last day of December, in Katerini, Greece, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 17:13 EET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Katerini?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Katerini, is 10.4°C (50.7°F) and the average low-temperature is 3.9°C (39°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Katerini?

In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in December in Katerini?

In Katerini, during December, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Katerini in December?

In Katerini, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 11mm (0.43") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Katerini?

The month with the shortest days in Katerini is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Katerini is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Katerini?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 17:04. On the last day of the month, in Katerini, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 17:13 EET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Katerini?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Katerini is 6.1h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Katerini?

In Katerini, Greece, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average high temperature

15.3°C 59.5°F

10.4°C 50.7°F

8°C 46.4°F

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Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8km/h 5mph

8.8km/h 5.5mph

9km/h 5.6mph

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Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

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17.3

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Average UV index

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Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Katerini, Greece

Average high temperature in December: 10.4°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 (8°C).

Average low temperature in December: 3.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.2°C).

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Average pressure in December
Katerini, Greece

Average pressure in December: 1019.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Katerini, Greece

Average wind speed in December: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (7.2km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Katerini, Greece

Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

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Average rainfall in December
Katerini, Greece

Average rainfall in December: 47mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (76mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (36mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Katerini, Greece

Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Katerini, Greece

Average snowfall in December: 11mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (39mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Katerini, Greece

Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Katerini, Greece

Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Katerini, Greece

Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Katerini, Greece

Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in December
Katerini, Greece

Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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December weather forecast
Katerini, Greece

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