December weather forecastPleven, Bulgaria

December

Weather in December

December in Pleven is typically characterized by a winter wonderland with a significant rise in snowfall to 64mm (2.52"). This city's transformation into a frosted spectacle makes it a unique month compared to November and the forthcoming January. Throughout the month, the dropping temperatures and reduction in daylight contribute to a festive, winter ambiance. The crisp, often frosty winds further reinforce the celebratory spirit that fills the air during December. The month's end signifies the year's conclusion, paving the way for another weather cycle to begin with the coming year.

Temperature

Pleven's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 12.4°C (54.3°F) in November to an icy 5.5°C (41.9°F). Pleven's nights in December cool down to an average low-temperature of -0.5°C (31.1°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Pleven, Bulgaria, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation. In Pleven, Bulgaria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.5 days and collects up to 420mm (16.54") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Pleven, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 64mm (2.52") of snow is typically accumulated. In Pleven, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.4 days and aggregates up to 373mm (14.69") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pleven, Bulgaria.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 16:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:55 EET.

Sunshine

In Pleven, Bulgaria, the average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Pleven are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Pleven during December is 5.5°C (41.9°F) and the low-temperature is -0.5°C (31.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).

In Pleven, Bulgaria, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

In Pleven, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation.

In Pleven, Bulgaria, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 64mm (2.52") of snow.

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pleven, Bulgaria.

The average day length in December in Pleven, Bulgaria, is 9h and 2min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 16:46. On the last day of the month, in Pleven, Bulgaria, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:55 EET.

The average sunshine duration in December in Pleven is 5.6h.

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Pleven, Bulgaria.

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 5.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -0.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Pleven, Bulgaria

  • Average pressure in December: 1020.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Pleven, Bulgaria

  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and November (9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Pleven, Bulgaria

  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

Average rainfall in December
Pleven, Bulgaria

  • Average rainfall in December: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (73mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (17mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Pleven, Bulgaria

  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pleven, Bulgaria

  • Average snowfall in December: 64mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (105mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Pleven, Bulgaria

  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 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
Pleven, Bulgaria

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pleven, Bulgaria

  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Pleven, Bulgaria

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Pleven, Bulgaria

  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Pleven, Bulgaria

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (8km).