December weather forecastElbasan, Albania
December
Weather in December
December marks the advent of winter in Elbasan, painting the cityscape in shades of white. This is the time when the city collectively braces for the cold, and evenings become longer. Snowfall makes its first notable occurrence of the year, setting the ground for the coming full-fledged winter period. Compared to November, the temperatures decline further, and the mercury drops to a low average of 9.4°C (48.9°F). The chilly winds and a heightened sense of humidity encapsulate December in Elbasan, bidding adieu to the year with a cool embrace.Temperature
The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a moderate 14.5°C (58.1°F) in November to a frosty 9.4°C (48.9°F). December nights in Elbasan, Albania, experience a consistent temperature drop to a cold 2°C (35.6°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 74%.Rainfall
In Elbasan, in December, during 12.2 rainfall days, 74mm (2.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elbasan, Albania, there are 149.5 rainfall days, and 651mm (25.63") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January, February and December are months with snowfall in Elbasan. December is the first month it typically snows in Elbasan. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, in Elbasan, Albania, there are 1.4 snowfall days, and 8mm (0.31") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 16:11. On the last day of December, in Elbasan, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 16:20 CET.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 6.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Elbasan are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Elbasan, Albania
- Average high temperature in December: 9.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.7°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (17.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.8°C).
Average pressure in December
Elbasan, 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 (1013.1mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Elbasan, Albania
- Average wind speed in December: 8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7km/h).
Average humidity in December
Elbasan, Albania
- Average humidity in December: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).
Average rainfall in December
Elbasan, Albania
- Average rainfall in December: 74mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (87mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (19mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Elbasan, Albania
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Elbasan, Albania
- Average snowfall in December: 1mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Elbasan, Albania
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elbasan, Albania
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Elbasan, Albania
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Elbasan, Albania
- 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 and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Elbasan, Albania
- Average cloud cover in December: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in December
Elbasan, Albania
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (9km).
