December weather forecast
Ljósá, Faroe Islands

December

Weather in December

December in Ljósá ushers in the full glory of winter, with the year concluding amidst an icy white spectacle. The month sees an intensifying pattern of snowy conditions from November, recording a notable snowfall of 12mm (0.47"). The city, swathed in a blanket of frost and snow, offers twinkling vistas in the soft glow of the scant sunshine. Moving out of December into the new year, the city remains enveloped in a winter wonderland, with weather patterns remaining relatively unchanged.

Temperature

The transition into December shows a subtle variation to a still frosty 6.7°C (44.1°F) from November's 7.9°C (46.2°F) in the average high-temperature. In Ljósá, the December nights are characterized by an average low-temperature of 4.7°C (40.5°F), a minor dip from daytime readings.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ljósá, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 12mm (0.47") of snow is typically accumulated. In Ljósá, 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 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:25 and sunset at 15:09. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 09:54 and sunset at 15:08 WET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, 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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 6.7°C (44.1°F) and 4.7°C (40.5°F) respectively.
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 December, the average relative humidity in Ljósá is 76%.
What is the wettest month?
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 23.9 days and accumulates 109mm (4.29") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Ljósá, in December, during 23.9 rainfall days, 109mm (4.29") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in December?
In Ljósá, during December, snow falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
With an average of 5h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Ljósá have in December?
In Ljósá, the average day length in December is 5h and 14min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ljósá?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:25 and sunset at 15:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:54 and sunset at 15:08 WET.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 1.9h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Ljósá have in December?
In Ljósá, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.9h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index reading in December?
In Ljósá, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Ljósá, Faroe Islands
Average temperature in December
Ljósá, 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 - Ljósá, Faroe Islands
Average pressure in December
Ljósá, 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 - Ljósá, Faroe Islands
Average wind speed in December
Ljósá, 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 - Ljósá, Faroe Islands
Average humidity in December
Ljósá, 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 - Ljósá, Faroe Islands
Average rainfall in December
Ljósá, 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 - Ljósá, Faroe Islands
Average rainfall days in December
Ljósá, 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 - Ljósá, Faroe Islands
Average snowfall in December
Ljósá, 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 - Ljósá, Faroe Islands
Average snowfall days in December
Ljósá, 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 - Ljósá, Faroe Islands
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ljósá, 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 - Ljósá, Faroe Islands
Average sunshine days in December
Ljósá, 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 - Ljósá, Faroe Islands
Average UV index in December
Ljósá, 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 - Ljósá, Faroe Islands
Average cloud cover in December
Ljósá, 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 - Ljósá, Faroe Islands
Average visibility in December
Ljósá, 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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