December weather forecast
Lauritsala, Finland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lauritsala, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -4.8°C (23.4°F) and an average high of -1.3°C (29.7°F).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a wintry 2.5°C (36.5°F) in November to a freezing cold -1.3°C (29.7°F). Recording a slight decline in temperature during the nights, Lauritsala's December temperatures average at a still subzero cold -4.8°C (23.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Lauritsala is 92%.

Rainfall

In Lauritsala, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation. In Lauritsala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.8 days and collects up to 525mm (20.67") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lauritsala, in December, snow falls for 21.8 days, with typically accumulated 235mm (9.25") of snow. In Lauritsala, during the entire year, snow falls for 116.2 days and aggregates up to 1228mm (48.35") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 15:00. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 09:19 and sunset at 15:00 EET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 0.9h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Lauritsala, records -1.3°C (29.7°F), while the low-temperature is -4.8°C (23.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Lauritsala?
In December, the average relative humidity is 92%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Lauritsala, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in December?
In Lauritsala, in December, snow falls for 21.8 days, with typically accumulated 235mm (9.25") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
With an average of 5h and 42min 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 5h and 41min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 15:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:19 and sunset at 15:00 EET.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
With an average of 0.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.
How many hours of sunshine does Lauritsala have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Lauritsala is 0.9h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lauritsala, Finland
  • Average high temperature in December: -1.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -4.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Lauritsala, Finland
  • Average pressure in December: 1008.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1008.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Lauritsala, Finland
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (13.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Lauritsala, Finland
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Lauritsala, Finland
  • Average rainfall in December: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (32mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Lauritsala, Finland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lauritsala, Finland
  • Average snowfall in December: 235mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (262mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Lauritsala, Finland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lauritsala, Finland
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 0h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lauritsala, Finland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.7 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Lauritsala, Finland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 82

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 84).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Lauritsala, 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).

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