December weather forecastJoutsa, Finland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Joutsa, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between -5.2°C (22.6°F) and -2°C (28.4°F).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's icy 1.8°C (35.2°F) to a subzero cold -2°C (28.4°F). Joutsa's nighttime average temperature in December drops marginally from the daytime highs, settling at -5.2°C (22.6°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Joutsa, Finland, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 125.3 rainfall days, and 390mm (15.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 20 days and accumulates 202mm (7.95") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 5h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Joutsa.
On the first day of December in Joutsa, sunrise is at 09:07 and sunset at 15:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:35 and sunset at 15:01 EET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Joutsa. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

In Joutsa, in December, the average high-temperature is -2°C (28.4°F), and the average low-temperature is -5.2°C (22.6°F).

In December, the average relative humidity is 93%.

In Joutsa, in December, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation.

December is the month with the most snowfall in Joutsa, Finland. Snow falls for 20 days and accumulates 202mm (7.95") of snow.

In Joutsa, in December, snow falls for 20 days, with typically accumulated 202mm (7.95") of snow.

With an average of 5h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Joutsa.

In Joutsa, Finland, the average day length in December is 5h and 27min.

On the first day of December in Joutsa, sunrise is at 09:07 and sunset at 15:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:35 and sunset at 15:01 EET.

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

In Joutsa, Finland, the average sunshine duration in December is 0.9h.

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Joutsa is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Joutsa, Finland

  • Average high temperature in December: -2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -5.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-9.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Joutsa, Finland

  • Average pressure in December: 1007.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Joutsa, Finland

  • Average wind speed in December: 13.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Joutsa, Finland

  • Average humidity in December: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Joutsa, Finland

  • Average rainfall in December: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (24mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Joutsa, Finland

  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Joutsa, Finland

  • Average snowfall in December: 202mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (202mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Joutsa, Finland

  • Average snowfall days in December: 20 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Joutsa, Finland

  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 0h and 54min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Joutsa, Finland

  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Joutsa, 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
Joutsa, Finland

  • Average cloud cover in December: 79

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in December
Joutsa, Finland

  • Average visibility in December: 7km

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