December weather forecastOrsha, Belarus

December

Weather in December

December brings a fitting close to the year in Orsha, Belarus, with its chilly temperatures and heavy snowfall — an average of 165mm (6.5") sets the scene for a winter panorama. Lower visibility due to increased cloud cover and reduced sunlight hours enhances the winter spirit. This month witnesses the shortest daylight hours of 7.4, which are a stark contrast to the long, sunny summer days. The transition from December to January sees a tiny spike in temperature. Despite the harsh weather, the holiday season creates an upbeat atmosphere, hence concluding the year on a high note.

Temperature

A mild drop in Orsha's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from an icy 3.1°C (37.6°F) in November to a freezing cold -1.6°C (29.1°F). During December, Orsha's nighttime temperatures demonstrate a subtle cooling from daytime highs, stabilizing at -5.3°C (22.5°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 93%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is accumulated. In Orsha, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.5 days and collects up to 479mm (18.86") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 19.1 days. Throughout December, 165mm (6.5") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 90.9 snowfall days, and 750mm (29.53") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:57 and sunset at 16:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:20 and sunset at 16:42 +03.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 1.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

In Orsha, -1.6°C (29.1°F) is the average high-temperature and -5.3°C (22.5°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

The average relative humidity in December is 93%.

In Orsha, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation.

In Orsha, during December, snow falls for 19.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 165mm (6.5") of snow.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 24min of daylight.

The average day length in December is 7h and 23min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:57 and sunset at 16:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:20 and sunset at 16:42 +03.

January and December, with an average of 1.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December is 1.3h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Orsha, Belarus

  • Average high temperature in December: -1.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -5.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Orsha, Belarus

  • Average pressure in December: 1015.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1018.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Orsha, Belarus

  • Average wind speed in December: 14.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11km/h).

Average humidity in December
Orsha, Belarus

  • Average humidity in December: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (94%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Orsha, Belarus

  • Average rainfall in December: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (26mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Orsha, Belarus

  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Orsha, Belarus

  • Average snowfall in December: 165mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (205mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Orsha, Belarus

  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Orsha, Belarus

  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 18min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 1h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Orsha, Belarus

  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Orsha, Belarus

  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Orsha, Belarus

  • Average cloud cover in December: 83

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Orsha, Belarus

  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (6km).