December weather forecast
Meritxell, Andorra

December

Weather in December

December culminates the year with a distinctive winter atmosphere in Meritxell, Andorra. The coldest month of the year, December sees the temperature drop to a low of -3.4°C (25.9°F). The weather conditions create a picturesque winter ambience, perfect for holiday celebrations. As the year draws to a close, December indirectly forecasts the climate for the upcoming months, presaging the return of snowfall and sub-zero temperatures.

Temperature

With the transition into December, Meritxell notes an average high-temperature of an icy 3.7°C (38.7°F), closely resembling November. An average nighttime temperature of -3.4°C (25.9°F) is witnessed throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Meritxell, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 65.4 rainfall days, and 158mm (6.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In Meritxell, in December, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 85mm (3.35") of snow. In Meritxell, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.4 days and aggregates up to 490mm (19.29") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Meritxell, sunrise is at 08:04 and sunset at 17:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:23 and sunset at 17:30 CET.

Sunshine

In Meritxell, the average sunshine in December is 6.3h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Meritxell in December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Meritxell, is 3.7°C (38.7°F), while the average low-temperature is -3.4°C (25.9°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Meritxell?
In Meritxell, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.
How many days does it rain in December in Meritxell?
In Meritxell, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December in Meritxell?
In Meritxell, in December, during 7.8 snowfall days, 85mm (3.35") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Meritxell?
With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Meritxell, Andorra.
What is the average length of the day in December in Meritxell?
In December, the average day length is 9h and 7min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Meritxell?
On the first day of December in Meritxell, sunrise is at 08:04 and sunset at 17:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:23 and sunset at 17:30 CET.
How long on average sun shines in December in Meritxell?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Meritxell, Andorra, is 6.3h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Meritxell?
January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Meritxell.
What is the UV index reading in December in Meritxell?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Meritxell, Andorra, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Meritxell, Andorra
Average temperature in December
Meritxell, Andorra
  • Average high temperature in December: 3.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (1.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -3.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (9.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-5.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Meritxell, Andorra
Average pressure in December
Meritxell, Andorra
  • Average pressure in December: 1021.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Meritxell, Andorra
Average wind speed in December
Meritxell, Andorra
  • Average wind speed in December: 9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6km/h).

Average humidity in December - Meritxell, Andorra
Average humidity in December
Meritxell, Andorra
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (71%).

Average rainfall in December - Meritxell, Andorra
Average rainfall in December
Meritxell, Andorra
  • Average rainfall in December: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (25mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (5mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Meritxell, Andorra
Average rainfall days in December
Meritxell, Andorra
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (7.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December - Meritxell, Andorra
Average snowfall in December
Meritxell, Andorra
  • Average snowfall in December: 85mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (86mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Meritxell, Andorra
Average snowfall days in December
Meritxell, Andorra
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Meritxell, Andorra
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Meritxell, Andorra
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December - Meritxell, Andorra
Average sunshine days in December
Meritxell, Andorra
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (26.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (18.9 days).

Average UV index in December - Meritxell, Andorra
Average UV index in December
Meritxell, Andorra
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Meritxell, Andorra
Average cloud cover in December
Meritxell, Andorra
  • Average cloud cover in December: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December - Meritxell, Andorra
Average visibility in December
Meritxell, Andorra
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, June, July, August, September, October and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May and November (8km).

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