December weather - Winter 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average sea temperature in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

The lighthouse surrounded by water in Chania, Greece

Weather in December

December firmly ushers in the winter chill in Chania, with the city's average high temperature dropping to 14.9°C (58.8°F). The increase in precipitation levels to 88mm (3.46") over about 16.7 days marks the onset of the city's rainier period. Despite the evident winter transition, the sea temperature still holds at mild levels around 17.9°C (64.2°F), bearing testament to the city's coastal context. As the year winds down, Chania takes on a festive air, with streets illuminating in the holiday spirit. From exploring historic monasteries to sampling seasonal delicacies, December presents a different charm to Chania, Greece's image.

Temperature

Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from an enjoyable 18.7°C (65.7°F) in November to a still refreshing 14.9°C (58.8°F). Chania registers an average low-temperature of 10.9°C (51.6°F) throughout December, a modest decrease from its daytime highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Chania, in December, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 88mm (3.46") of accumulated precipitation. In Chania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.3 days and collects up to 509mm (20.04") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Chania, Greece, in December, the average water temperature is 17.9°C (64.2°F).
Note: Most people find swimming in 17.9°C (64.2°F) to be not enjoyable. The control of one's breathing becomes more challenging as the water temperature drops below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 17:11. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 17:21 EET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Chania?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 14.9°C (58.8°F) and 10.9°C (51.6°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Chania?

In December, the average relative humidity in Chania is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Chania?

In December, in Chania, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout December, 88mm (3.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in December in Chania?

In Chania, in December, the average water temperature is 17.9°C (64.2°F). For most, swimming in 17.9°C (64.2°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

What is the month with the shortest days in Chania?

December has the shortest days of the year in Chania, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Chania have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Chania?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 17:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 17:21 EET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Chania?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Chania?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Chania, Greece.

What is the UV index reading in December in Chania?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

18.7°C 65.7°F

14.9°C 58.8°F

13.3°C 55.9°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

14.3km/h 8.9mph

16.4km/h 10.2mph

18.2km/h 11.3mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

11.8

16.7

17.6

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.5

11.8

11.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Chania, Greece

Average high temperature in December: 14.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (28.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.3°C).

Average low temperature in December: 10.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.2°C).

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Average pressure in December
Chania, Greece

Average pressure in December: 1018.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1010.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Chania, Greece

Average wind speed in December: 15.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Chania, Greece

Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chania, Greece

Average rainfall in December: 88mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (91mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Chania, Greece

Average rainfall days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.7 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Chania, Greece

Average sea temperature in December: 17.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15.9°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chania, Greece

Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chania, Greece

Average sunshine days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Chania, Greece

Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Chania, Greece

Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in December
Chania, Greece

Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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December weather forecast
Chania, Greece

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