December weather forecast
Chios, Greece

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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

What are December temperatures in Chios?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 13.7°C (56.7°F) and 11.3°C (52.3°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Chios?

In Chios, Greece, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How many days does it rain in December in Chios?

In December, in Chios, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Chios?

The months with the most snowfall days are January, February and December, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

When does it start to snow in Chios?

December is the first month it typically snows in Chios. Throughout December, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

How cold is the water in December in Chios?

In Chios, Greece, the average seawater temperature in December is 16.9°C (62.4°F). For most, swimming in 16.9°C (62.4°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 Chios?

December has the shortest days of the year in Chios, Greece, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Chios?

The average day length in December in Chios, Greece, is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Chios?

On the first day of December in Chios, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 16:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 17:04 EET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Chios?

In Chios, Greece, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Chios?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Chios?

In Chios, Greece, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chios, Greece

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).

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Average pressure in December
Chios, Greece

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Chios, Greece

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).

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Average humidity in December
Chios, Greece

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chios, Greece

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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Chios, Greece

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).

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Average snowfall days in December
Chios, Greece

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).

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Average sea temperature in December
Chios, Greece

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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chios, Greece
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chios, Greece

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).

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Average UV index in December
Chios, Greece

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Chios, Greece

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).

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Average visibility in December
Chios, Greece

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).

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