December weather forecastChios, Greece
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a moderate month in Chios, Greece, with an average temperature fluctuating between 11.3°C (52.3°F) and 13.7°C (56.7°F).Temperature
The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a still refreshing 13.7°C (56.7°F) from 17.4°C (63.3°F). Nighttime temperatures during December report a consistent average of 11.3°C (52.3°F).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Chios is 73%.Rainfall
In Chios, in December, during 12.2 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chios, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.8 days and collects up to 453mm (17.83") of precipitation.Snowfall
January, February and December are months with snowfall in Chios, Greece. The months with the most snowfall days in Chios are January, February and December, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.Sea temperature
In Chios, the average seawater temperature in December is 16.9°C (62.4°F).Note: In water with a temperature of 16.9°C (62.4°F), most people do not enjoy swimming. As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes increasingly difficult to control.
Daylight
With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 16:55. On the last day of December, in Chios, sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 17:04 EET.
Sunshine
In Chios, the average sunshine in December is 5.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following advice:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Chios, Greece
- Average high temperature in December: 13.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.1°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 11.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°C).
Average pressure in December
Chios, Greece
- Average pressure in December: 1018mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1008.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Chios, Greece
- Average wind speed in December: 25.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (26.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (16.8km/h).
Average humidity in December
Chios, Greece
- Average humidity in December: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (66%).
Average rainfall in December
Chios, Greece
- Average rainfall in December: 61mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (81mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (6mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Chios, Greece
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.6 days).
Average snowfall days in December
Chios, Greece
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.1 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Chios, Greece
- Average sea temperature in December: 16.9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (24.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (15.9°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chios, Greece
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Chios, Greece
- Average sunshine days in December: 17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (16.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Chios, 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, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in December
Chios, Greece
- Average cloud cover in December: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in December
Chios, 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).
