December weather forecast
Mikladalur, Faroe Islands

December

Weather in December

In Mikladalur, the arrival of December ushers in winter with a steady decrease in temperature; the high drops to 6.7°C (44.1°F), and the low plunges to 4.7°C (40.5°F) compared to November. As winter takes hold, the conditions become drastically different from November: daylight hours reduce significantly, and the frequency of snowy days increases. Coming from November, where the remnants of autumn were still present, the landscape in December is often shrouded by snow. This picturesque setting makes it an excellent time for lovers of winter aesthetics to visit. As the month progresses into January, the chilly conditions intensify, marking the peak of the winter season.

Temperature

The initiation of December in Mikladalur sees an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.7°C (44.1°F), showing minor variations from the previous month. In Mikladalur, December's low temperatures hover around an icy 4.7°C (40.5°F), reflecting a minor decrease from the daytime highs.

Humidity

The least humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. 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 Mikladalur. In Mikladalur, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 12mm (0.47") of snow is typically accumulated. In Mikladalur, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.4 days and aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Mikladalur, Faroe Islands, is December, with an average of 5h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 09:24 and sunset at 15:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:53 and sunset at 15:06 WET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mikladalur, Faroe Islands, are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Mikladalur in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Mikladalur, is 6.7°C (44.1°F), while the low-temperature averages to 4.7°C (40.5°F).
What is the least humid month in Mikladalur?
December is the least humid month in Mikladalur, Faroe Islands, with an average relative humidity of 76%.
What is the average humidity in December in Mikladalur?
In Mikladalur, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.
What is the rainiest month in Mikladalur?
The month with the most rainfall in Mikladalur, Faroe Islands, 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 Mikladalur?
In Mikladalur, Faroe Islands, in December, during 23.9 rainfall days, 109mm (4.29") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December in Mikladalur?
In Mikladalur, Faroe Islands, 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 Mikladalur?
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 Mikladalur?
The average day length in December in Mikladalur, Faroe Islands, is 5h and 13min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Mikladalur?
On the first day of December in Mikladalur, Faroe Islands, sunrise is at 09:24 and sunset at 15:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:53 and sunset at 15:06 WET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Mikladalur?
With an average of 1.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.
How many hours of sunshine does Mikladalur have in December?
In Mikladalur, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.9h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Mikladalur?
The months with the lowest UV index in Mikladalur are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Mikladalur?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Mikladalur, Faroe Islands, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Mikladalur, Faroe Islands
Average temperature in December
Mikladalur, 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 - Mikladalur, Faroe Islands
Average pressure in December
Mikladalur, 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 - Mikladalur, Faroe Islands
Average wind speed in December
Mikladalur, 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 - Mikladalur, Faroe Islands
Average humidity in December
Mikladalur, 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 - Mikladalur, Faroe Islands
Average rainfall in December
Mikladalur, 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 - Mikladalur, Faroe Islands
Average rainfall days in December
Mikladalur, 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 - Mikladalur, Faroe Islands
Average snowfall in December
Mikladalur, 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 - Mikladalur, Faroe Islands
Average snowfall days in December
Mikladalur, 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 - Mikladalur, Faroe Islands
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mikladalur, 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 - Mikladalur, Faroe Islands
Average sunshine days in December
Mikladalur, 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 - Mikladalur, Faroe Islands
Average UV index in December
Mikladalur, 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 - Mikladalur, Faroe Islands
Average cloud cover in December
Mikladalur, 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 - Mikladalur, Faroe Islands
Average visibility in December
Mikladalur, 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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