December weather forecastKardla, Estonia

December

Weather in December

In December, the winter season begins in full force. Kardla's condition is outright cold, and the sea freezes up, ending all maritime activities. Snow-covered landscapes and icy paths are common sights pathing way for winter sports. The limited sunshine and short daylight hours add to the city's wintery charm. The average temperatures in December lie between 1°C (33.8°F) to -3°C (26.6°F), on the high and low end, respectively.

Temperature

December in Kardla brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a wintry 5°C (41°F) in November to a still icy 1°C (33.8°F). In December, Kardla's nighttime temperatures demonstrate a slight decrease, stabilizing at an average of -3°C (26.6°F).

Rainfall

In Kardla, in December, during 19 rainfall days, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kardla, there are 169 rainfall days, and 555mm (21.85") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Kardla, the average seawater temperature in December is 5°C (41°F).
Note: If planning to swim in 5°C (41°F) under 10°C (50°F), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 13°C (55.4°F) is not much warmer.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Kardla, with an average of 6h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:56 and sunset at 15:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:22 and sunset at 15:41 EET.

Sunshine

January, November and December, with an average of 1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Kardla.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 0 in December translates into this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Updated: Jan 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in December, in Kardla, is 1°C (33.8°F), while the average low-temperature is -3°C (26.6°F).

In Kardla, Estonia, in December, it is raining for 19 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation.

In Kardla, Estonia, in December, the average water temperature is 5°C (41°F). Swimming in 5°C (41°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

With an average of 6h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kardla, Estonia.

In Kardla, Estonia, the average day length in December is 6h and 20min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:56 and sunset at 15:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:22 and sunset at 15:41 EET.

The months with the least sunshine in Kardla, Estonia, are January, November and December, with an average of 1h of sunshine.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 1h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Kardla are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kardla is 0. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Average temperature in December
Kardla, Estonia

Average high temperature in December: 1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-2°C).

Average low temperature in December: -3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (13°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-6°C).

Average rainfall in December
Kardla, Estonia

Average rainfall in December: 52mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are September and November (67mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (27mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kardla, Estonia

Average rainfall days in December: 19 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (19 days).
The months with the least rainy days are May and June (10 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Kardla, Estonia

Average sea temperature in December: 5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (2°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kardla, Estonia

Average daylight in December: 6h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine in December: 1h

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 1h).

Average UV index in December
Kardla, Estonia

Average UV index in December: 0

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 0).