December weather forecast
Alavieska, Finland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Alavieska, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between -3.2°C (26.2°F) and -6.6°C (20.1°F).

Temperature

The onset of December aligns with a soft reduction in the average high-temperature, gently falling from a wintry 0.8°C (33.4°F) in November to a freezing cold -3.2°C (26.2°F). Recording a slight drop from the daily maximum, Alavieska notes an average low temperature of -6.6°C (20.1°F) in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 94%.

Rainfall

In Alavieska, in December, during 5.7 rainfall days, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alavieska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.8 days and collects up to 391mm (15.39") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 21.5 days and accumulates 200mm (7.87") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 4h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 09:42 and sunset at 14:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:15 and sunset at 14:36 EET.

Sunshine

With an average of 0.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Alavieska, is -3.2°C (26.2°F), while the average low-temperature is -6.6°C (20.1°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Alavieska?
In Alavieska, the average relative humidity in December is 94%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Alavieska, during December, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.
When does it snow the most?
The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 21.5 days and typically aggregates up to 200mm (7.87") of snow.
How many days does it snow in December?
In Alavieska, in December, snow falls for 21.5 days, with typically accumulated 200mm (7.87") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Alavieska?
With an average of 4h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December?
The average day length in December is 4h and 22min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 09:42 and sunset at 14:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:15 and sunset at 14:36 EET.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 0.9h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Alavieska have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 0.9h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Alavieska?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
How high is the UV index in December?
In Alavieska, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alavieska, Finland
  • Average high temperature in December: -3.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -6.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10°C).

Average pressure in December
Alavieska, Finland
  • Average pressure in December: 1006mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Alavieska, Finland
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (11.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Alavieska, Finland
  • Average humidity in December: 94%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Alavieska, Finland
  • Average rainfall in December: 33mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Alavieska, Finland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alavieska, Finland
  • Average snowfall in December: 200mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (200mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Alavieska, Finland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alavieska, Finland
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 0h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alavieska, Finland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Alavieska, Finland
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Alavieska, Finland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 79

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in December
Alavieska, Finland
  • Average visibility in December: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5km).

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