December weather forecast
Shkodër, Albania

December

Weather in December

Completing the annual weather cycle in Shkodër, December heralds the arrival of winter. The temperatures plunge further, reaching their second lowest after January. The year concludes amidst a chill in the air, with occasional snowflakes touching down. The distinct sounds of winter fill the December air, from the rustling of bare trees to the crunch of frozen ground underfoot. In essence, it's a month that encapsulates the very spirit of winter.

Temperature

December brings a drop in Shkodër's average high-temperature, falling from a moderate 15.5°C (59.9°F) in November to a cool 10.1°C (50.2°F). The average nighttime temperature lowers to an icy 3.8°C (38.8°F) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 143mm (5.63") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.9 rainfall days, and 965mm (37.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of snow. In Shkodër, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.9 days and aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Shkodër, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 16:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 16:20 CET.

Sunshine

In Shkodër, the average sunshine in December is 6h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Shkodër, is 10.1°C (50.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to 3.8°C (38.8°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 35°C (95°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 73%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Shkodër, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 143mm (5.63") of accumulated precipitation.
When does it start to snow?
December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Shkodër?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Shkodër have in December?
In December, the average day length is 9h and 10min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 16:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 16:20 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Shkodër have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 6h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in December?
In Shkodër, Albania, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Shkodër, Albania
Average temperature in December
Shkodër, Albania
  • Average high temperature in December: 10.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.8°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 (2.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Shkodër, Albania
Average pressure in December
Shkodër, Albania
  • 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 (1013.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Shkodër, Albania
Average wind speed in December
Shkodër, Albania
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.4km/h).

Average humidity in December - Shkodër, Albania
Average humidity in December
Shkodër, Albania
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

Average rainfall in December - Shkodër, Albania
Average rainfall in December
Shkodër, Albania
  • Average rainfall in December: 143mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (188mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (22mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Shkodër, Albania
Average rainfall days in December
Shkodër, Albania
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December - Shkodër, Albania
Average snowfall in December
Shkodër, Albania
  • Average snowfall in December: 5mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Shkodër, Albania
Average snowfall days in December
Shkodër, Albania
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shkodër, Albania
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shkodër, Albania
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December - Shkodër, Albania
Average sunshine days in December
Shkodër, Albania
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December - Shkodër, Albania
Average UV index in December
Shkodër, Albania
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December - Shkodër, Albania
Average cloud cover in December
Shkodër, Albania
  • Average cloud cover in December: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in December - Shkodër, Albania
Average visibility in December
Shkodër, Albania
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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