December weather forecast
Gzira, Malta

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Weather in December

Gzira, Malta, embraces the peak of winter in December, characterized by chilly weather and frequent rain. The rainfall spikes one final time to 42mm (1.65") over 14.5 days, denoting December as the rainiest month. With temperatures reaching a low of 15.9°C (60.6°F), the chill in the air is palpable. Despite intermittent rains, December offers a fair share of sunny days, making outdoor sightseeing still possible. As late-night frosts settle in, the city gears up to welcome the approaching year.

Temperature

The onset of December entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from an agreeable 20.4°C (68.7°F) in November to an enjoyable 17.1°C (62.8°F). Gzira, during the nights of December, averages a temperature close to its daytime high, at a moderate 15.9°C (60.6°F).

Humidity

The least humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Gzira, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation. In Gzira, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.6 days and collects up to 347mm (13.66") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Gzira, the average seawater temperature in December is 18.2°C (64.8°F).
Note: The majority of people do not enjoy swimming in 18.2°C (64.8°F). The difficulty in controlling breathing escalates as the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, in Gzira, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CET.

Sunshine

In Gzira, Malta, the average sunshine in December is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gzira are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during December leads to these instructions:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gzira in December?

In Gzira, in December, the average high-temperature is 17.1°C (62.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 15.9°C (60.6°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the least humid month in Gzira?

The least humid month in Gzira is December, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

What is the average humidity in December in Gzira?

In Gzira, Malta, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gzira?

In Gzira, Malta, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation.

How cold is the water in December in Gzira?

In Gzira, the average seawater temperature in December is 18.2°C (64.8°F). Swimming in 18.2°C (64.8°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the month with the shortest days in Gzira?

December has the shortest days of the year in Gzira, Malta, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gzira have in December?

The average day length in December in Gzira is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gzira?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gzira, Malta, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Gzira have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Gzira, Malta, is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gzira?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gzira?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Gzira, Malta, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Gzira, Malta

Average temperature in December - Gzira, Malta
  • Average high temperature in December: 17.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (14.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (13.5°C).

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Average pressure in December
Gzira, Malta

Average pressure in December - Gzira, Malta
  • Average pressure in December: 1019.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Gzira, Malta

Average wind speed in December - Gzira, Malta
  • Average wind speed in December: 27.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13.2km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Gzira, Malta

Average humidity in December - Gzira, Malta
  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gzira, Malta

Average rainfall in December - Gzira, Malta
  • Average rainfall in December: 42mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (76mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Gzira, Malta

Average rainfall days in December - Gzira, Malta
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.9 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Gzira, Malta

Average sea temperature in December - Gzira, Malta
  • Average sea temperature in December: 18.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15.3°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gzira, Malta

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gzira, Malta
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Gzira, Malta

Average sunshine days in December - Gzira, Malta
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gzira, Malta

Average UV index in December - Gzira, Malta
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Gzira, Malta

Average cloud cover in December - Gzira, Malta
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in December
Gzira, Malta

Average visibility in December - Gzira, Malta
  • 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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