December weather forecast
Haukipudas, Finland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Haukipudas, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between -6.4°C (20.5°F) and -3°C (26.6°F).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 1.1°C (34°F) in November to a freezing cold -3°C (26.6°F). Haukipudas maintains an average of approximately a still subzero cold -6.4°C (20.5°F) during December nights, with only a minimal decrease from the daytime temperature.

Humidity

In Haukipudas, the average relative humidity in December is 93%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout December, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated. In Haukipudas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.3 days and collects up to 434mm (17.09") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Haukipudas, in December, snow falls for 20.9 days, with typically accumulated 230mm (9.06") of snow. In Haukipudas, during the entire year, snow falls for 107.1 days and aggregates up to 1131mm (44.53") of snow.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 2°C (35.6°F).
Note: In the realm of swimming, this is life-threatening and fraught with danger. The cold water triggers intense discomfort and leads to swift hyperventilation. Donning a specialized swimsuit is essential to curb thermal harm.

Daylight

With an average of 3h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 09:52 and sunset at 14:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:28 and sunset at 14:14 EET.

Sunshine

With an average of 1h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?
In December, in Haukipudas, the average high-temperature is -3°C (26.6°F), and the average low-temperature is -6.4°C (20.5°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Haukipudas?
The average relative humidity in December is 93%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Haukipudas, during December, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December?
In Haukipudas, during December, snow falls for 20.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 230mm (9.06") of snow.
What is the water temperature in December?
In December, the average sea temperature is 2°C (35.6°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.
What is the month with the shortest days in Haukipudas?
December has the shortest days of the year in Haukipudas, with an average of 3h and 48min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Haukipudas have in December?
In December, the average day length is 3h and 47min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December in Haukipudas, sunrise is at 09:52 and sunset at 14:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:28 and sunset at 14:14 EET.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 1h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Haukipudas have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 1h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index reading in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Haukipudas, Finland
  • Average high temperature in December: -3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -6.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Haukipudas, Finland
  • Average pressure in December: 1005.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Haukipudas, Finland
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Haukipudas, Finland
  • Average humidity in December: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Haukipudas, Finland
  • Average rainfall in December: 44mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (59mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and September (25mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Haukipudas, Finland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Haukipudas, Finland
  • Average snowfall in December: 230mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (232mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Haukipudas, Finland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Haukipudas, Finland
  • Average sea temperature in December: 2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (16.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (-0.6°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Haukipudas, Finland
  • Average daylight in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Haukipudas, Finland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Haukipudas, 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
Haukipudas, Finland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in December
Haukipudas, Finland
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).

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