December weather forecastVillach, Austria

December

Weather in December

December welcomes winter in full swing with temperatures plunging from -5.1°C (22.8°F) to 1.4°C (34.5°F) from November, paving the way for snowfall. Villach's landscape transforms into a white, wintry wonderland, echoing the imminent Christmas festivity. Wintry winds permeate the city, making way for cozy indoors warmed by hearty meals and hot beverages. Despite the shorter days, the city shines brighter with festive lights and decors to celebrate the holiday season. Despite the cold, December in Villach possesses a special charm with its serene, snowy vistas and cheerful holiday spirit.

Temperature

The shift from November to December in Villach includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from an icy 5.9°C (42.6°F) to a still cold 1.4°C (34.5°F). Villach experiences an average low-temperature of -5.1°C (22.8°F) in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Villach, Austria, is 83%.

Rainfall

In Villach, in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation. In Villach, Austria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 211.4 days and collects up to 1234mm (48.58") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Villach, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 98mm (3.86") of snow. In Villach, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.9 days and aggregates up to 732mm (28.82") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Villach, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 16:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 16:26 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Villach, Austria, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Villach, is 1.4°C (34.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to -5.1°C (22.8°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

In Villach, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation.

In Villach, Austria, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 98mm (3.86") of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in December in Villach, Austria, is 8h and 38min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 16:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 16:26 CET.

The average sunshine duration in December in Villach is 5.4h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Villach, Austria, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

In Villach, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Average temperature in December
Villach, Austria

Average high temperature in December: 1.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (21.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.1°C).

Average low temperature in December: -5.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (9.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-6.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Villach, Austria

Average pressure in December: 1020.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Villach, Austria

Average wind speed in December: 6.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Villach, Austria

Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Villach, Austria

Average rainfall in December: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (145mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (54mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Villach, Austria

Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (24.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Villach, Austria

Average snowfall in December: 98mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (223mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Villach, Austria

Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December: 8h and 36min

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 24min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and November (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Villach, Austria

Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Villach, Austria

Average UV index in December: 2

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