December weather forecast
Sonkajärvi, Finland

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sonkajärvi, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -7.7°C (18.1°F) and an average high of -4.1°C (24.6°F).

Temperature

The commencement of December includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a cold 0.1°C (32.2°F) in November to a freezing cold -4.1°C (24.6°F). Sonkajärvi records a consistent average nighttime temperature of -7.7°C (18.1°F) in December, slightly lower than the daytime high.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 95%.

Rainfall

In Sonkajärvi, in December, during 4.4 rainfall days, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sonkajärvi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.8 days and collects up to 364mm (14.33") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Sonkajärvi, during December, snow falls for 23.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 157mm (6.18") of snow. In Sonkajärvi, during the entire year, snow falls for 126.2 days and aggregates up to 903mm (35.55") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 4h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:22 and sunset at 14:35. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 09:54 and sunset at 14:31 EET.

Sunshine

With an average of 0.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Sonkajärvi, is -4.1°C (24.6°F), while the average low-temperature is -7.7°C (18.1°F).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 95%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sonkajärvi, Finland, in December, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sonkajärvi, in December, during 23.4 snowfall days, 157mm (6.18") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 4h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Sonkajärvi have in December?

The average day length in December is 4h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 09:22 and sunset at 14:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:54 and sunset at 14:31 EET.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 0.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sonkajärvi have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sonkajärvi, Finland, is 0.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sonkajärvi, Finland

Average temperature in December - Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average high temperature in December: -4.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -7.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Sonkajärvi, Finland

Average pressure in December - Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average pressure in December: 1006.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Sonkajärvi, Finland

Average wind speed in December - Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10km/h).

Average humidity in December
Sonkajärvi, Finland

Average humidity in December - Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average humidity in December: 95%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Sonkajärvi, Finland

Average rainfall in December - Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average rainfall in December: 26mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (48mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and April (21mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Sonkajärvi, Finland

Average rainfall days in December - Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sonkajärvi, Finland

Average snowfall in December - Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average snowfall in December: 157mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (160mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Sonkajärvi, Finland

Average snowfall days in December - Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 23.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (23.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sonkajärvi, Finland

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 0h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sonkajärvi, Finland

Average sunshine days in December - Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (13 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Sonkajärvi, Finland

Average UV index in December - Sonkajärvi, 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, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Sonkajärvi, Finland

Average cloud cover in December - Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 84

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in December
Sonkajärvi, Finland

Average visibility in December - Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average visibility in December: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5km).

Sonkajärvi, Finland

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