December weather forecast
Itäharju, Finland

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Itäharju, Finland, with an average temperature ranging between max 1.1°C (34°F) and min -2.2°C (28°F).

Temperature

The onset of December aligns with a soft reduction in the average high-temperature, gently falling from a cold 4.5°C (40.1°F) in November to a still wintry 1.1°C (34°F). Throughout December, Itäharju reports a steady low-temperature average of -2.2°C (28°F), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, in Itäharju, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is accumulated. In Itäharju, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.6 days and collects up to 394mm (15.51") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Itäharju are January through May, October through December. In Itäharju, during December, snow falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 82mm (3.23") of snow. Throughout the year, in Itäharju, there are 60.5 snowfall days, and 454mm (17.87") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:10 and sunset at 15:29. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 09:37 and sunset at 15:30 EET.

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 March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?
The high-temperature during December is 1.1°C (34°F) and the low-temperature is -2.2°C (28°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 87%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December?
In Itäharju, Finland, during December, snow falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 82mm (3.23") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
With an average of 5h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In Itäharju, the average day length in December is 5h and 54min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 09:10 and sunset at 15:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:37 and sunset at 15:30 EET.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
With an average of 1.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.
How many hours of sunshine does Itäharju have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 1.9h.
When is the lowest UV index in Itäharju?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index 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
Itäharju, Finland
  • Average high temperature in December: 1.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -2.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-5.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Itäharju, Finland
  • Average pressure in December: 1007.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Itäharju, Finland
  • Average wind speed in December: 20.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Itäharju, Finland
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Itäharju, Finland
  • Average rainfall in December: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (19mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Itäharju, Finland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Itäharju, Finland
  • Average snowfall in December: 82mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (103mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Itäharju, Finland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Itäharju, Finland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.6 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Itäharju, Finland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Itäharju, Finland
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (8km).

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