December weather forecast
Hvítanes, Faroe Islands

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hvítanes, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 4.7°C (40.5°F) and max 6.7°C (44.1°F).

Temperature

Upon the onset of December, Hvítanes witnesses an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.7°C (44.1°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Hvítanes's December nights experience a subtle temperature dip to an average of 4.7°C (40.5°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Hvítanes. Rain falls for 23.9 days and accumulates 109mm (4.29") of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 09:21 and sunset at 15:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:50 and sunset at 15:10 WET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hvítanes, Faroe Islands. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 1, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Hvítanes in December?

During December, Hvítanes experiences an average high-temperature of 6.7°C (44.1°F) and a low-temperature of 4.7°C (40.5°F).

What is the least humid month in Hvítanes?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Hvítanes?

The average relative humidity in December in Hvítanes, Faroe Islands, is 76%.

What is the rainiest month in Hvítanes?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Hvítanes, Faroe Islands. Rain falls for 23.9 days and accumulates 109mm (4.29") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Hvítanes in December?

In December, in Hvítanes, the rain falls for 23.9 days. Throughout December, 109mm (4.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hvítanes in December?

In Hvítanes, in December, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 12mm (0.47") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hvítanes?

With an average of 5h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hvítanes.

How many hours of daylight does Hvítanes have in December?

The average day length in December in Hvítanes, Faroe Islands, is 5h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hvítanes?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:21 and sunset at 15:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:50 and sunset at 15:10 WET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hvítanes?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Hvítanes?

The average sunshine duration in December is 1.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hvítanes?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Hvítanes?

In Hvítanes, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hvítanes, Faroe Islands

Average temperature in December - Hvítanes, 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
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Average pressure in December - Hvítanes, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Hvítanes, 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
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Average humidity in December - Hvítanes, 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
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Average rainfall in December - Hvítanes, 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
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Average rainfall days in December - Hvítanes, 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
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Average snowfall in December - Hvítanes, 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
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Average snowfall days in December - Hvítanes, 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hvítanes, Faroe Islands
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 18min).

  • 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
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Average sunshine days in December - Hvítanes, 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
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Average UV index in December - Hvítanes, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Hvítanes, 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
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Average visibility in December - Hvítanes, 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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