December weather forecast
Pihtipudas, Finland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pihtipudas, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between -2.9°C (26.8°F) and -6.2°C (20.8°F).

Temperature

In Pihtipudas, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's icy 1.3°C (34.3°F) to a subzero cold -2.9°C (26.8°F). In Pihtipudas, December's low temperatures hover around -6.2°C (20.8°F), reflecting a minor decrease from the daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Pihtipudas is 93%.

Rainfall

In Pihtipudas, Finland, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pihtipudas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 83.1 days and collects up to 298mm (11.73") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pihtipudas, during December, snow falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 168mm (6.61") of snow. In Pihtipudas, during the entire year, snow falls for 89.6 days and aggregates up to 819mm (32.24") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 4h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 09:26 and sunset at 14:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:58 and sunset at 14:43 EET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Pihtipudas 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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Pihtipudas, records -2.9°C (26.8°F), while the low-temperature is -6.2°C (20.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity is 93%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Pihtipudas, in December, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation.
How much does it snow in December?
In Pihtipudas, in December, during 16.8 snowfall days, 168mm (6.61") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 4h and 48min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
The average day length in December is 4h and 46min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:26 and sunset at 14:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:58 and sunset at 14:43 EET.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
The month with the least sunshine in Pihtipudas is December, with an average of 0.9h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In Pihtipudas, the average sunshine duration in December is 0.9h.
What are the months 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 Pihtipudas?
In Pihtipudas, Finland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Pihtipudas, Finland
Average temperature in December
Pihtipudas, Finland
  • Average high temperature in December: -2.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -6.2°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 (-9.9°C).

Average pressure in December - Pihtipudas, Finland
Average pressure in December
Pihtipudas, Finland
  • Average pressure in December: 1007.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Pihtipudas, Finland
Average wind speed in December
Pihtipudas, Finland
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (13.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in December - Pihtipudas, Finland
Average humidity in December
Pihtipudas, Finland
  • Average humidity in December: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (95%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (68%).

Average rainfall in December - Pihtipudas, Finland
Average rainfall in December
Pihtipudas, Finland
  • Average rainfall in December: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (39mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (17mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Pihtipudas, Finland
Average rainfall days in December
Pihtipudas, Finland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December - Pihtipudas, Finland
Average snowfall in December
Pihtipudas, Finland
  • Average snowfall in December: 168mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (198mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Pihtipudas, Finland
Average snowfall days in December
Pihtipudas, Finland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 48min).

  • 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 - Pihtipudas, Finland
Average sunshine days in December
Pihtipudas, Finland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Pihtipudas, Finland
Average UV index in December
Pihtipudas, 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 - Pihtipudas, Finland
Average cloud cover in December
Pihtipudas, 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 July (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in December - Pihtipudas, Finland
Average visibility in December
Pihtipudas, Finland
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5km).

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