December weather forecastNicosia, Cyprus

Weather in December

Wrapping up the year, Nicosia in December carefully balances the chill of January and the expected warmth of the coming months. Temperatures cool down further, registering the lowest average values recorded in the year. The town is no stranger to occasional showers, recording the highest annual rainfall levels of 66mm (2.6"). Despite its position in the heart of winter, daylight continues to prevail for nearly 10 hours, a delight for the locals. Even with diminished sunshine, the city embraces the cold and celebrates the joy linked with December festivities.

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a pleasant 22.1°C (71.8°F) in November to a comfortable 17°C (62.6°F). Nicosia experiences an average nighttime temperature of 7.1°C (44.8°F) in the month of December.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Nicosia. Rain falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 66mm (2.6") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Nicosia, Cyprus, is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 16:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 16:45 EET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Nicosia, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.