Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
December
Weather in December
Temperature
December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's wintry 1.3°C (34.3°F) to a freezing cold -2.6°C (27.3°F). Kuivaniemi notes a steady average temperature of -6°C (21.2°F) during the nights of December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 91%.Rainfall
In Kuivaniemi, in December, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 47mm (1.85") of accumulated precipitation. In Kuivaniemi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127 days and collects up to 472mm (18.58") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, October through December are months with snowfall. In Kuivaniemi, during December, snow falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 196mm (7.72") of snow. In Kuivaniemi, during the entire year, snow falls for 98.7 days and aggregates up to 1035mm (40.75") of snow.Sea temperature
In Kuivaniemi, the average seawater temperature in December is 2.2°C (36°F).Note: During swimming sessions, this situation poses an instant life risk. The control of breathing is completely lost, hampering clear thinking. Wearing a specialized swimsuit is a necessity to prevent thermal loss.
Daylight
With an average of 3h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:00 and sunset at 14:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:38 and sunset at 14:06 EET.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 1.1h of sunshine.UV index
January, March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Kuivaniemi, Finland
- Average high temperature in December: -2.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.7°C).
Average pressure in December
Kuivaniemi, Finland
- Average pressure in December: 1004.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1004.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Kuivaniemi, Finland
- Average wind speed in December: 17.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (12.4km/h).
Average humidity in December
Kuivaniemi, Finland
- Average humidity in December: 91%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Kuivaniemi, Finland
- Average rainfall in December: 47mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (28mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Kuivaniemi, Finland
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Kuivaniemi, Finland
- Average snowfall in December: 196mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (228mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Kuivaniemi, Finland
- Average snowfall days in December: 18 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Kuivaniemi, Finland
- Average sea temperature in December: 2.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (-0.4°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kuivaniemi, Finland
- Average daylight in December: 3h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 1h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kuivaniemi, Finland
- Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Kuivaniemi, 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, March, October and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Kuivaniemi, Finland
- Average cloud cover in December: 72
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in December
Kuivaniemi, Finland
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (7km).
