December
Weather in December
By December, Raahe, Finland retreats into the cold clutches of the winter season again. The realm of daylight diminishes dramatically to 4.1 hours daily. Sea temperatures drop to an average low of 2.5°C (36.5°F) during this month. As the year draws to a close, the brisk temperatures layer Raahe under a thick blanket of winter. The sharp decline in sunlight and sea temperatures reflect the ultimate transition from the fading fall to the chilling winter.
Note: Under swimming conditions, this represents an immediate threat to life. Control over breathing is lost instantaneously, complicating thought processes. A specialized swimsuit is indispensable to conserve thermal energy.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:48 and sunset at 14:33. On the last day of December, in Raahe, sunrise is at 10:23 and sunset at 14:27 EET.
Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature in Raahe, Finland, is 2.5°C (36.5°F).Note: Under swimming conditions, this represents an immediate threat to life. Control over breathing is lost instantaneously, complicating thought processes. A specialized swimsuit is indispensable to conserve thermal energy.
Daylight
With an average of 4h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:48 and sunset at 14:33. On the last day of December, in Raahe, sunrise is at 10:23 and sunset at 14:27 EET.
Updated: Jan 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
What is the sea temperature in December in Raahe?
In December, the average sea temperature in Raahe, Finland, is 2.5°C (36.5°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.
What is the month with the shortest days in Raahe?
The month with the shortest days in Raahe, Finland, is December, with an average of 4h and 6min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Raahe have in December?
In December, the average day length in Raahe, Finland, is 4h and 5min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Raahe?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:48 and sunset at 14:33. On the last day of the month, in Raahe, Finland, sunrise is at 10:23 and sunset at 14:27 EET.
Average sea temperature in December
Raahe, Finland
- Average sea temperature in December: 2.5°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is April (-0.4°C).
Average daylight in December
Raahe, Finland
- Average daylight in December: 4h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 6min).
