December weather forecast
Hvannasund, Faroe Islands

December

Weather in December

December thrusts Hvannasund, Faroe Islands, into the winter with average lowest temperatures dropping to 4.7°C (40.5°F). Alongside sporadic snowfall, rain also occurs frequently, with rainfall reaching 109mm (4.29"), making the month the wettest of the year. As the residents prepare for the holiday season, the city is usually shrouded under thick blankets of snow and frequent showers. Despite the harsh weather conditions, the lights and festivities of the holiday season add a warm glow to Hvannasund's winter scenario.

Temperature

Hvannasund's shift from November to December is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.7°C (44.1°F), a slight deviation from 7.9°C (46.2°F). A consistent nighttime average temperature of 4.7°C (40.5°F) is maintained during December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, December is the least humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Hvannasund is December, when the rain falls for 23.9 days and typically aggregates up to 109mm (4.29") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hvannasund, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.4 snowfall days, and 129mm (5.08") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 09:23 and sunset at 15:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:52 and sunset at 15:06 WET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 1.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?
An average high-temperature, in December, in Hvannasund, is 6.7°C (44.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 4.7°C (40.5°F).
What is the least humid month?
December is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.
What is the average humidity in December?
In Hvannasund, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.
What is the rainiest month in Hvannasund?
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 23.9 days and typically aggregates up to 109mm (4.29") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 23.9 days. Throughout December, 109mm (4.29") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December?
In Hvannasund, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 12mm (0.47") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 5h and 12min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Hvannasund?
In Hvannasund, the average day length in December is 5h and 14min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:23 and sunset at 15:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:52 and sunset at 15:06 WET.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
With an average of 1.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.
How many hours of sunshine does Hvannasund have in December?
In Hvannasund, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.9h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average humidity
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Average snowfall
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
Average temperature in December
Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (11.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (6.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (4.5°C).

Average pressure in December - Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
Average pressure in December
Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
  • Average pressure in December: 999.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (999.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
Average wind speed in December
Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
  • Average wind speed in December: 38.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (38.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (20.4km/h).

Average humidity in December - Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
Average humidity in December
Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (76%).

Average rainfall in December - Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
Average rainfall in December
Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
  • Average rainfall in December: 109mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (109mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (24mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
Average rainfall days in December
Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
  • Average rainfall days in December: 23.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (12.7 days).

Average snowfall in December - Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
Average snowfall in December
Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
  • Average snowfall in December: 12mm

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (30mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
Average snowfall days in December
Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December - Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
Average sunshine days in December
Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
  • Average sunshine days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (1.7 days).

Average UV index in December - Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
Average UV index in December
Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
Average cloud cover in December
Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 64).

Average visibility in December - Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
Average visibility in December
Hvannasund, Faroe Islands
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, September, October, November and December (9km).

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