December weather forecastVarkaus, Finland
December
Weather in December
Rounding off the year in Varkaus, Finland, December overlaps with the beginning of deep winter. The city gets transformed again into a winter wonderland, with snowfall increasing to 216mm (8.5"). White snowflakes blend seamlessly with the impeccably decorated city streets celebrating the holiday season. Low temperatures and snow showers mark the return of the wintry conditions that started the year. As snow heavily coats the city, Varkaus finishes the year on a white note, symbolizing the end of one weather cycle and the beginning of another.Temperature
With the commencement of December, Varkaus records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from November's cold 1.5°C (34.7°F) to a freezing cold -2.7°C (27.1°F). Varkaus, during December nights, observes a steady temperature, averaging at a still subzero cold -5.7°C (21.7°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 93%.Rainfall
In Varkaus, Finland, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 106.5 rainfall days, and 384mm (15.12") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Varkaus, in December, during 21.1 snowfall days, 216mm (8.5") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 110.8 snowfall days, and 1074mm (42.28") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Varkaus, Finland, with an average of 5h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:05 and sunset at 14:49. On the last day of December, in Varkaus, sunrise is at 09:35 and sunset at 14:48 EET.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in Varkaus is December, with an average of 0.8h of sunshine.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Varkaus, 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
Varkaus, 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
Varkaus, 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
Varkaus, 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
Varkaus, 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
Varkaus, 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
Varkaus, 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
Varkaus, 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
Varkaus, Finland
- Average daylight in December: 5h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 0h and 48min
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
Varkaus, 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
Varkaus, 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
Varkaus, 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
Varkaus, Finland
- Average visibility in December: 7km
The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (5km).
