December weather forecastEpiskopi, Cyprus

December

Weather in December

December witnesses Episkopi descending into the cool winter season, with temperatures hovering from 15.1°C (59.2°F) to 17.2°C (63°F). It returns to January levels with nearly 59mm (2.32") of rainfall over 12.5 days. Though the days are shorter, Episkopi still enjoys about 6.7 hours of sunshine daily. Amidst the celebrations of the festive season, a distinct winter chill can be felt in the air. By the end of December, Episkopi has fully transitioned into its winter phase, promising a fresh start in the coming year.

Temperature

Episkopi's progression into December involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from an agreeable 20.9°C (69.6°F) in November to a refreshing 17.2°C (63°F). Episkopi sustains an average of approximately a moderate 15.1°C (59.2°F) during December nights, with little variation from daytime highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

The wettest months in Episkopi are January and December, with an average 59mm (2.32") of rainfall.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Episkopi is 19°C (66.2°F).
Note: The majority of individuals find it unpleasurable to swim in 19°C (66.2°F). It becomes progressively harder to manage one's breathing as the water temperature falls below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Episkopi.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 16:37. On the last day of December, in Episkopi, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 16:47 EET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Episkopi are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in December translates into these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Episkopi, in December, the average high-temperature is 17.2°C (63°F), and the average low-temperature is 15.1°C (59.2°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).

In Episkopi, the average relative humidity in December is 66%.

The wettest months are January and December, with an average 59mm (2.32") of rainfall.

In Episkopi, Cyprus, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 59mm (2.32") of accumulated precipitation.

In Episkopi, Cyprus, in December, the average water temperature is 19°C (66.2°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 19°C (66.2°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Episkopi, Cyprus.

In Episkopi, the average day length in December is 9h and 53min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 16:37. On the last day of the month, in Episkopi, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 16:47 EET.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Episkopi, Cyprus, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

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December

Jan

Average high temperature

20.9°C

17.2°C

15°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

15.5km/h

18.1km/h

19.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

12.5

13.2

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

20.5

14.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Episkopi, Cyprus

Average high temperature in December: 17.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15°C).

Average low temperature in December: 15.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Episkopi, Cyprus

Average pressure in December: 1017.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1005.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Episkopi, Cyprus

Average wind speed in December: 16.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (13km/h).

Average humidity in December
Episkopi, Cyprus

Average humidity in December: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Episkopi, Cyprus

Average rainfall in December: 59mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (59mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Episkopi, Cyprus

Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.5 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Episkopi, Cyprus

Average sea temperature in December: 19°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (27°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (17°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Episkopi, Cyprus

Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

Average sunshine in December: 6h and 42min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Episkopi, Cyprus

Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (14.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Episkopi, Cyprus

Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Episkopi, Cyprus

Average cloud cover in December: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 27).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in December
Episkopi, Cyprus

Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).