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

The historic city of Salamanca in the region of Castilla y Leon in Spain

Weather in December

With the arrival of December, winter sets in completely in Salamanca, Spain. The chilling temperature breaks down to 10°C (50°F), leading to a robust festive atmosphere. Snow appears more frequently, offering a classic winter landscape, as the year comes to a close. Transition in daylight hours and outside conditions drops significantly, providing the shortest days of the year. However, despite the cold, people celebrate the end of the year with various festivities.

Temperature

The introduction of December in Salamanca notes a subtle temperature variation to a still cool 10°C (50°F) from November's 12.3°C (54.1°F). December nights in Salamanca, Spain, are marked by an average low-temperature of 2.3°C (36.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Salamanca is 77%.

Rainfall

In Salamanca, in December, during 6.6 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Salamanca, Spain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.8 days and collects up to 174mm (6.85") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.3 days. Throughout December, 4mm (0.16") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Salamanca, there are 6.8 snowfall days, and 67mm (2.64") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Salamanca.
On the first day of December in Salamanca, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:47 and sunset at 18:04 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Salamanca in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Salamanca, is 10°C (50°F) and the average low-temperature is 2.3°C (36.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Salamanca?

In Salamanca, Spain, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Salamanca in December?

In Salamanca, in December, during 6.6 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Salamanca?

In Salamanca, in December, snow falls for 0.3 days, with typically accumulated 4mm (0.16") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Salamanca?

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

How many hours of daylight does Salamanca have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Salamanca?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, in Salamanca, Spain, sunrise is at 08:47 and sunset at 18:04 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Salamanca?

The month with the least sunshine in Salamanca, Spain, is December, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Salamanca have in December?

In Salamanca, Spain, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Salamanca?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Salamanca?

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

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

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December

Jan

Average high temperature

12.3°C 54.1°F

10°C 50°F

8.5°C 47.3°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

15.6km/h 9.7mph

13.9km/h 8.6mph

15.9km/h 9.9mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

19.4

23.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Salamanca, Spain

Average high temperature in December: 10°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.5°C).

Average low temperature in December: 2.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (15.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.1°C).

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Average pressure in December
Salamanca, Spain

Average pressure in December: 1023.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1023.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Salamanca, Spain

Average wind speed in December: 12.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (10.3km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Salamanca, Spain

Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (41%).

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Average rainfall in December
Salamanca, Spain

Average rainfall in December: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (27mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (5mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Salamanca, Spain

Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Salamanca, Spain

Average snowfall in December: 4mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (23mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Salamanca, Spain

Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

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

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Salamanca, Spain

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 June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Salamanca, Spain

Average sunshine days in December: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15 days).

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Average UV index in December
Salamanca, Spain

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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Salamanca, Spain

Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in December
Salamanca, Spain

Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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December weather forecast
Salamanca, Spain

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