December weather forecastRauris, Austria

December

Weather in December

December in Rauris, Austria welcomes in full swing winter conditions. The mercury dips, hovering around -1.6°C (29.1°F) during the day and falling to -9°C (15.8°F) at night. With fresh snowfall of 264mm (10.39"), the scenery transforms into a white winter wonderland just in time for Christmas. Despite the cold, the festive cheer coupled with the spirit of outdoor winter sports keeps the atmosphere alive and vibrant. As the month ends, it sets the stage for the New Year, ready to usher in January's deep winter weather.

Temperature

December's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a cold 2.6°C (36.7°F) in November to a freezing cold -1.6°C (29.1°F). Throughout the month of December, Rauris witnesses an average low-temperature of -9°C (15.8°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Rauris, Austria, is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.1 rainfall days, and 752mm (29.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 16.3 days. Throughout December, 264mm (10.39") of snow is accumulated. In Rauris, during the entire year, snow falls for 127.7 days and aggregates up to 2520mm (99.21") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 16:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:27 CET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

In Rauris, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Rauris, is -1.6°C (29.1°F), while the low-temperature averages to -9°C (15.8°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

In Rauris, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Rauris, during December, snow falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 264mm (10.39") of snow.

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

In Rauris, the average day length in December is 8h and 34min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 16:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:27 CET.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rauris, Austria

  • Average high temperature in December: -1.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (6.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Rauris, 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 (1015.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Rauris, Austria

  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Rauris, Austria

  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (82%).

Average rainfall in December
Rauris, Austria

  • Average rainfall in December: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (103mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (35mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Rauris, Austria

  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rauris, Austria

  • Average snowfall in December: 264mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (561mm).
The month with the least snowfall is August (11mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Rauris, Austria

  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (19.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.3 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 36min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rauris, Austria

  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Rauris, Austria

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Rauris, Austria

  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in December
Rauris, Austria

  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, October and December (7km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September and November (6km).