December weather forecastKitzbuhel, Austria

December

Weather in December

December welcomes the official onset of winter in Kitzbuhel, complete with its characteristic frosty conditions. Average temperatures fluctuate between 0°C (32°F) highs and chilling lows of -7°C (19.4°F). The month also features 69mm (2.72") of rainfall dispersed over 15 days, paving the way for snowy landscapes. Daylight is now at its shortest, averaging around 8.5 hours, while the UV index remains at the yearly low of 1. Alongside the winter scenery, the month sparkles with festive celebrations, brightening up the chilly weather scenario.

Temperature

The start of December in Kitzbuhel involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from an icy 4°C (39.2°F) in November to a still cold 0°C (32°F). During December, Kitzbuhel sees a mean low-temperature of -7°C (19.4°F).

Rainfall

In Kitzbuhel, in December, during 15 rainfall days, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kitzbuhel, there are 191 rainfall days, and 1094mm (43.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:37 and sunset at 16:21. On the last day of December, in Kitzbuhel, sunrise is at 07:57 and sunset at 16:29 CET.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Kitzbuhel are January, November and December, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

December temperatures in Kitzbuhel vary between a high-temperature of 0°C (32°F) and a low-temperature of -7°C (19.4°F).

In Kitzbuhel, during December, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 69mm (2.72") of precipitation.

December has the shortest days of the year in Kitzbuhel, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

The average day length in December in Kitzbuhel is 8h and 32min.

On the first day of December in Kitzbuhel, sunrise is at 07:37 and sunset at 16:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:57 and sunset at 16:29 CET.

The months with the least sunshine in Kitzbuhel, Austria, are January, November and December, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kitzbuhel.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kitzbuhel, Austria, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in December
Kitzbuhel, Austria

  • Average high temperature in December: 0°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°C).

Average rainfall in December
Kitzbuhel, Austria

  • Average rainfall in December: 69mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (148mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (59mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kitzbuhel, Austria

  • Average rainfall days in December: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (12 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kitzbuhel, Austria

  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 3h).

Average UV index in December
Kitzbuhel, Austria

  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).