December weather forecast
Hochosterwitz, Austria

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Hochosterwitz, Austria, with temperature in the range of an average low of -4.3°C (24.3°F) and an average high of 2.3°C (36.1°F).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally drops from a chilly 7.1°C (44.8°F) in November to an icy 2.3°C (36.1°F). An average low-temperature of -4.3°C (24.3°F) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Hochosterwitz is 84%.

Rainfall

In Hochosterwitz, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 31mm (1.22") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.4 rainfall days, and 608mm (23.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hochosterwitz, during December, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.7 snowfall days, and 465mm (18.31") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 16:16. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 16:23 CET.

Sunshine

In Hochosterwitz, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?
In December, in Hochosterwitz, the average high-temperature is 2.3°C (36.1°F), and the average low-temperature is -4.3°C (24.3°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity in Hochosterwitz is 84%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Hochosterwitz, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in December?
In Hochosterwitz, in December, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 71mm (2.8") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December?
The average day length in December is 8h and 37min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 16:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 16:23 CET.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In Hochosterwitz, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Hochosterwitz, Austria
Average temperature in December
Hochosterwitz, Austria
  • Average high temperature in December: 2.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -4.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-6.2°C).

Average pressure in December - Hochosterwitz, Austria
Average pressure in December
Hochosterwitz, Austria
  • Average pressure in December: 1020.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Hochosterwitz, Austria
Average wind speed in December
Hochosterwitz, Austria
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9km/h).

Average humidity in December - Hochosterwitz, Austria
Average humidity in December
Hochosterwitz, Austria
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December - Hochosterwitz, Austria
Average rainfall in December
Hochosterwitz, Austria
  • Average rainfall in December: 31mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (26mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Hochosterwitz, Austria
Average rainfall days in December
Hochosterwitz, Austria
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December - Hochosterwitz, Austria
Average snowfall in December
Hochosterwitz, Austria
  • Average snowfall in December: 71mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (160mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Hochosterwitz, Austria
Average snowfall days in December
Hochosterwitz, Austria
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hochosterwitz, Austria
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hochosterwitz, Austria
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - Hochosterwitz, Austria
Average sunshine days in December
Hochosterwitz, Austria
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December - Hochosterwitz, Austria
Average UV index in December
Hochosterwitz, Austria
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Hochosterwitz, Austria
Average cloud cover in December
Hochosterwitz, Austria
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December - Hochosterwitz, Austria
Average visibility in December
Hochosterwitz, Austria
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (6km).

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