December weather forecast
Rautalampi, Finland

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Rautalampi, Finland, with an average temperature ranging between min -5.7°C (21.7°F) and max -2.7°C (27.1°F).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a minor change in the average high-temperature, shifting from an icy 1.5°C (34.7°F) in November to a freezing cold -2.7°C (27.1°F). During the nights of December, Rautalampi maintains an almost steady temperature with an average low of -5.7°C (21.7°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rautalampi, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rautalampi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.5 days and collects up to 384mm (15.12") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Rautalampi, in December, snow falls for 21.1 days, with typically accumulated 216mm (8.5") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 110.8 snowfall days, and 1074mm (42.28") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 5h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 09:13 and sunset at 14:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:43 and sunset at 14:48 EET.

Sunshine

With an average of 0.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Rautalampi, is -2.7°C (27.1°F), while the average low-temperature is -5.7°C (21.7°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Rautalampi, the average relative humidity in December is 93%.
How much does it rain in Rautalampi in December?
In Rautalampi, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation.
How much does it snow in December?
In December, it is snowing for 21.1 days. Throughout December, 216mm (8.5") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 5h and 6min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Rautalampi have in December?
The average day length in December is 5h and 6min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 09:13 and sunset at 14:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:43 and sunset at 14:48 EET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Rautalampi?
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 0.8h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Rautalampi have in December?
In Rautalampi, the average sunshine duration in December is 0.8h.
When is 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?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rautalampi, Finland
  • Average high temperature in December: -2.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -5.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-9.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Rautalampi, Finland
  • Average pressure in December: 1008mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1008mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Rautalampi, Finland
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (15km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Rautalampi, Finland
  • Average humidity in December: 93%

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

Average rainfall in December
Rautalampi, Finland
  • Average rainfall in December: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Rautalampi, Finland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rautalampi, Finland
  • Average snowfall in December: 216mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (230mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Rautalampi, Finland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rautalampi, Finland
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 0h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rautalampi, Finland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Rautalampi, 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
Rautalampi, Finland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 81

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Rautalampi, Finland
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

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

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