December weather forecastRistemäe, Estonia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Ristemäe, Estonia, with an average temperature varying between -4.3°C (24.3°F) and -1°C (30.2°F).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's icy 3.3°C (37.9°F) to a subzero cold -1°C (30.2°F). During the nights of December, Ristemäe records an average low-temperature of -4.3°C (24.3°F), reflecting a modest decrease from daytime highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Ristemäe is 92%.

Rainfall

In December, in Ristemäe, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ristemäe, Estonia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.5 days and collects up to 490mm (19.29") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ristemäe, in December, during 19.2 snowfall days, 170mm (6.69") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 90 snowfall days, and 807mm (31.77") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 15:32. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:55 and sunset at 15:36 EET.

Sunshine

In Ristemäe, the average sunshine in December is 1.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ristemäe are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

Ristemäe in December has an average high-temperature of -1°C (30.2°F) and an average low-temperature of -4.3°C (24.3°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 92%.

In Ristemäe, Estonia, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 36mm (1.42") of accumulated precipitation.

In December, in Ristemäe, it is snowing for 19.2 days. Throughout December, 170mm (6.69") of snow is accumulated.

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 42min of daylight.

In Ristemäe, the average day length in December is 6h and 41min.

On the first day of December in Ristemäe, Estonia, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 15:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:55 and sunset at 15:36 EET.

In Ristemäe, Estonia, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.9h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Ristemäe, Estonia, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

In Ristemäe, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ristemäe, Estonia

  • Average high temperature in December: -1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -4.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°C).

Average pressure in December
Ristemäe, Estonia

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Ristemäe, Estonia

  • Average wind speed in December: 14.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Ristemäe, Estonia

  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Ristemäe, Estonia

  • Average rainfall in December: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (28mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Ristemäe, Estonia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ristemäe, Estonia

  • Average snowfall in December: 170mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (190mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Ristemäe, Estonia

  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ristemäe, Estonia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (6.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Ristemäe, Estonia

  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Ristemäe, Estonia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 83

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
Ristemäe, Estonia

  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (6km).