December
Weather in December
December in Kollafjørður offers climatic conditions synonymous with the festive winter spirit. The sea temperature descends further to 8.2°C (46.8°F), coming full circle to its state at the start of the year. Pertinently, the daylight hours drop to a yearly low, making its contrast to November considerably visible. This marks the onset of Kollafjørður's stark winters - a unique spectacle to behold as the Faroe Islands witness the close of the year.
Note: Diving into 8.2°C (46.8°F) is practical below 10°C (50°F), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C (55.4°F) feels ice-cold.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:23 and sunset at 15:10. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 09:51 and sunset at 15:09 WET.
Sea temperature
In Kollafjørður, the average seawater temperature in December is 8.2°C (46.8°F).Note: Diving into 8.2°C (46.8°F) is practical below 10°C (50°F), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C (55.4°F) feels ice-cold.
Daylight
With an average of 5h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:23 and sunset at 15:10. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 09:51 and sunset at 15:09 WET.
Updated: Feb 1, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
What is the water temperature in December in Kollafjørður?
In Kollafjørður, Faroe Islands, in December, the average water temperature is 8.2°C (46.8°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
What is the month with the shortest days in Kollafjørður?
With an average of 5h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Kollafjørður have in December?
The average day length in December is 5h and 18min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Kollafjørður?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 09:23 and sunset at 15:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:51 and sunset at 15:09 WET.
Average sea temperature in December
Kollafjørður, Faroe Islands
- Average sea temperature in December: 8.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (11.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.2°C).
Average daylight in December
Kollafjørður, 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).
