December weather forecast
Girne, Cyprus

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Weather in December

In December, the temperature steadily falls to a cooler 16.7°C (62.1°F) in Girne, Cyprus, which marks the arrival of winter in full swing. With a steady increase of 33mm (1.3") precipitation from the preceding November, December underscores the commencement of the wet season. The chill in the air and the increased rainfall symbolise the end of the year, separating it distinctly from the drier November. Despite cold days, the holiday spirit and festive cheer of December are prevalent. The progression towards the New Year signals a return to the mild conditions of January, completing the annual weather cycle.

Temperature

Girne, Cyprus, experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from an agreeable 21°C (69.8°F) in November to a refreshing 16.7°C (62.1°F). An average low-temperature of 12.3°C (54.1°F), slightly less than the daytime peak, marks the month of December in Girne, Cyprus.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 70%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are January and December, with an average 33mm (1.3") of rainfall.

Sea temperature

In Girne, the average seawater temperature in December is 19°C (66.2°F).
Note: Swimming in water with a temperature of 19°C (66.2°F) is not a pleasurable experience for the majority. As the temperature falls below 21°C (69.8°F), it becomes increasingly hard to control one's breathing.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Girne.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 16:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 16:44 EET.

Sunshine

In Girne, the average sunshine in December is 6.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Girne in December?

In Girne, in December, the average high-temperature is 16.7°C (62.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 12.3°C (54.1°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Girne?

The average relative humidity in December in Girne is 70%.

What is the wettest month in Girne?

The months with the most rainfall in Girne are January and December, with an average 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Girne in December?

In Girne, during December, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.

What is the sea water temperature in December in Girne?

In Girne, 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).

What is the month with the shortest days in Girne?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Girne have in December?

In December, the average day length in Girne is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Girne?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 16:34. On the last day of the month, in Girne, Cyprus, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 16:44 EET.

How many hours of sunshine does Girne have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Girne, Cyprus, is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Girne?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Girne?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Girne, Cyprus

Average temperature in December - Girne, Cyprus
  • Average high temperature in December: 16.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (33.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (9.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Girne, Cyprus

Average pressure in December - Girne, Cyprus
  • Average pressure in December: 1017.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1005.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Girne, Cyprus

Average wind speed in December - Girne, Cyprus
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and October (9.6km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Girne, Cyprus

Average humidity in December - Girne, Cyprus
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (53%).

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Average rainfall in December
Girne, Cyprus

Average rainfall in December - Girne, Cyprus
  • Average rainfall in December: 33mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (33mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Girne, Cyprus

Average rainfall days in December - Girne, Cyprus
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Girne, Cyprus

Average sea temperature in December - Girne, Cyprus
  • Average sea temperature in December: 19°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (28°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (17°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Girne, Cyprus
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Girne, Cyprus

Average sunshine days in December - Girne, Cyprus
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Girne, Cyprus

Average UV index in December - Girne, Cyprus
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
Girne, Cyprus

Average cloud cover in December - Girne, Cyprus
  • Average cloud cover in December: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 3).

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Average visibility in December
Girne, Cyprus

Average visibility in December - Girne, 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).

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