December weather forecastProtaras, Cyprus
December
Weather in December
December in Protaras is characterized by a further drop in temperature, hinting at the arrival of winter. The daylight hours fall to their shortest at 9.8 hours, and the city gets only 6.6 hours of sunshine. Despite these conditions, Protaras retains its allure with the holiday season's excitement. As the end of the year approaches and ushers in the New Year, anticipate the weather to remain consistently cold.Temperature
The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a pleasant 21.9°C (71.4°F) in November to an enjoyable 18°C (64.4°F). Protaras's nocturnal average in December closely mirrors its daytime temperatures, settling at a moderate 15.1°C (59.2°F).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 64%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Protaras is December, when the rain falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Protaras, Cyprus, in December, the average water temperature is 19.4°C (66.9°F).Note: Swimming is not a pleasant activity for most when the water temperature is 19.4°C (66.9°F). As the water temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes more difficult to control.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Protaras, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 16:32. On the last day of December, in Protaras, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 16:42 EET.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 6.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during December translates into the following directions:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Protaras, Cyprus
- Average high temperature in December: 18°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 15.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (27.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.2°C).
Average pressure in December
Protaras, 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 (1006mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Protaras, Cyprus
- Average wind speed in December: 17.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (11.2km/h).
Average humidity in December
Protaras, Cyprus
- Average humidity in December: 64%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and April (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (58%).
Average rainfall in December
Protaras, Cyprus
- Average rainfall in December: 43mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (43mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Protaras, Cyprus
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (10.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.4 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Protaras, Cyprus
- Average sea temperature in December: 19.4°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (28.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (17°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Protaras, Cyprus
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 54min
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 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Protaras, Cyprus
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and December (18.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Protaras, 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
Protaras, Cyprus
- Average cloud cover in December: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in December
Protaras, 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).
